Ellie Head Joins The Pirates

Real Bedford Women are delighted to announce the signing of experienced forward Ellie Head, who joins the Pirates after spells with Arsenal Women, Watford FC Women and Australian side Northern Tigers FC.

A product of Arsenal’s renowned academy, Head gained valuable experience in a professional environment before joining Watford on a dual-sign agreement in 2022. She made an immediate impact for the Hornets, scoring just four minutes into her debut against Norwich City and going on to play an important role in the club’s promotion-winning campaign.

During her first season at Watford, Head made 19 appearances in all competitions as the Golden Girls secured promotion to the FA Women’s Championship. She continued to develop over the following seasons, becoming a regular attacking threat and, during the 2024/25 campaign, scored six goals in 26 appearances across all competitions.

Following her time at Watford, Head took on a new challenge in Australia, spending the 2025/26 season with Northern Tigers FC, where she continued her development and gained valuable experience playing overseas before returning to England to join the Pirates.

Comfortable leading the line, Head is a natural experienced goalscorer who combines intelligent movement, clinical finishing and a relentless work rate in and out of possession. 

Bill said: 

"Ellie has recently returned from playing in Australia, but she's someone we've known about for a long time after coming up against her when she was at Watford. She's a number nine with so many excellent attributes and brings a real presence to our attack. We're delighted to bring her in and have no doubt she'll have a big season in a Real Bedford shirt."

Ellie on joining the club:

"I’m really grateful and excited to be a part of this club. l am looking forward to what’s hopefully going to be a successful season with a great group of people."

Welcome to the Pirates, Ellie.