Match Preview: AFC Wimbledon vs Real Bedford Women
It’s finally here. Four months after the FAWNL Division One South East title victory, Real Bedford Women are back in league action. First up for Charlie Bill’s side is an away trip to AFC Wimbledon, who finished seventh in the FAWNL Southern Premier Division last season.
The match against AFC Wimbledon will be played at the Tooting and Mitcham Community Sports Hub and kick-off at 2:00pm.
Here is everything you need to know ahead of Sunday’s game.
Match Details
Date: Sunday 17th August
Venue: Tooting & Mitcham Sports & Leisure Ltd, Imperial Fields, Bishopsford Road, Morden Surrey, SM4 6BF.
Kick-Off: 2:00pm
Tickets
You can purchase tickets on AFC Wimbledon’s website here. The list of General Admission prices can be found below:
Adult: £8
17 & Under: Free
Inside the ground, printed programmes will be on sale for £2.
How to Get to Tooting and Mitcham Community Sports Hub
Tooting & Mitcham United FC note on their website that there is plenty of parking available at the ground, but it is best to arrive early to ensure spaces are still available.
After taking the M25 at the M1-M25 interchange, supporters should exit at Junction 8 (A217) towards Sutton. From here, continue on the A217 towards Rosehill before taking the third exit at the roundabout.
Finally, follow the signs to Mitcham onto Bishopsford Road and you’ll locate the ground one mile down the road on the right-hand side.
Tooting & Mitcham United FC also encourage supporters to remember that the stadium is located within the London ULEZ zone.
The Opposition
AFC Wimbledon finished seventh in the third tier last season, finishing on 31 points after 22 games. This included nine wins, four draws and nine defeats. Their home record was mixed with four wins, three draws and four losses. They secured victories against Exeter City, MK Dons, Gwalia United and Billericay Town at their home ground.
Ashlee Hincks was the standout player for the Dons in the 2024/25 campaign, scoring 14 goals in all competitions – making her the club’s top scorer for the fourth season in a row.
Follow the Match on Social Media
If you can’t make the game, you can follow the match via our official X and Instagram accounts. A match report will also be posted on the club website, detailing the key moments in the game.
Follow @RBFCWomen on X and @realbedfordwomen on Instagram.
Get Tickets For First Home Game Against Cheltenham Town
Our first home game at tier three sees us host Cheltenham Town on Sunday 24th August.
You can get your tickets now here and can also view the full fixture list here.
