North East Regional Women's Football League – Southern Division
Sunday 8th November 2026 | Kick-off 2pm
Venue: Throstle Nest, Farsley
Three weeks without a competitive fixture comes to an end on Sunday as Thackley AFC Women make the short journey to face FC Farsley Women, with manager Yasmin Senior's side looking to pick up where they left off and maintain their strong start to life in the North East Regional Women's Football League.
Thackley have enjoyed an impressive opening to their first season at regional level following back-to-back promotions, but Sunday's local encounter presents a different kind of challenge. After an extended break from action, the priority will be to rediscover their match rhythm quickly and ensure the interruption has not affected the momentum built during their early-season performances.
The three-week gap has been largely down to cup ties involving other teams in the division, while Thackley's most recent scheduled fixture against Cleethorpes Town Ladies ended in a forfeit by the visitors. Consequently, the squad have had to wait longer than expected for their next competitive outing. Although the break has provided an opportunity to rest and prepare, the real test will come when they return to the pitch on Sunday.
Thackley will travel to Farsley in a confident mood following a strong run of league performances, which included an impressive 4-0 home victory over Sheffield Wednesday Ladies. That result underlined the team's attacking threat and defensive organisation, with the squad continuing to demonstrate that they can compete against established regional opposition.
FC Farsley Women will provide a competitive test on their home ground. The home side have demonstrated their attacking capabilities this season, including an impressive 10-3 victory over Bottesford Town and a 5-3 win against Knaresborough Town. However, defeats against Rossington Main and Altofts have shown that there may be opportunities for Thackley to exploit.
With both sides having plenty to play for, Sunday's encounter promises to be an interesting local contest. Thackley will need to start brightly, remain organised and make the most of their opportunities, particularly after their recent spell without competitive action. Getting back into their usual rhythm early will be important if they are to maintain the standards established during the opening weeks of the campaign.
Following their successful transition into regional football, Thackley will be keen to continue their progress and maintain their position among the division's leading sides. Sunday's trip to Farsley offers another opportunity to demonstrate the quality and determination within the squad.
Can Thackley put their three-week absence behind them and return to league action with another positive result?
Supporter Information
Thackley supporters are encouraged to make the short journey to Farsley and get behind the team as they return to league action. Your support will be welcome as the players look to continue their impressive start to the season.