Sheffield United Women already facing a pivotal clash so early in season

Sheffield United Women will face Durham at Bramall Lane this weekend in a pivotal fixture for both clubs. The Blades enter the match seeking their first points of the campaign, having conceded 17 goals across their last three matches in all competitions.

Durham also remains without a point so far this season, making the clash an early opportunity for either side to recover form. Manager Stephen Healy urged his players and coaching staff to stay unified and deliver a positive response following a heavy 10-0 cup defeat against Manchester United earlier in the week.