? ESFA U18 Colleges’ Cup for Girls: South Gloucestershire College v Gateshead College – KO 12:00 pm
? ESFA U18 Schools’ Cup for Girls: Durham Sixth Form v Barking Abbey School – KO 4:00 pm
The ESFA say that the above finalists have battled it out through five and six rounds, respectively, to make it through to these prestigious National Finals. The event will be a celebration of women’s football and pay tribute to the outstanding quality of girls’ football showcased through the ESFA and the fantastic young players developed by the schools’ football system. These National Finals will be officiated by female officials and it is hoped that Women’s Super League players will be in attendance to support the day.
Andrea Chilton, ESFA CEO said ‘I wish to congratulate all of the teams on their success in reaching the ESFA Hudl Cup National Finals. It is testament to the commitment and hard work of players and staff, with the ongoing support of their schools and colleges, that they have reached the pinnacle of these competitions. We wish all of our worthy finalists the best of luck for a successful day. We would also like to thank the staff at Notts County FC for their support in hosting this all girls’ football final on our behalf.
Alan Johnston, ESFA Chairman said ‘The quality of the experience the players will have in this match will be a memory that they will retain for the rest of their lives. The ESFA have been running schools’ football for 112 years. I hope these finals will be able to portray the importance of this legacy. Schools’ football is a unique experience for the thousands of schoolchildren who enjoy it every year and the principles of sportsmanship, good behavior, respect for officials and opponents are cornerstones of our philosophy. I hope everyone can feel a great sense of pride in what they and their team have achieved this season.’
The finals will be streamed live online and for free, thanks to 247.TV and will be able to view on the English Schools FA YouTube channel, ESFA TV.
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