Match Preview: Cambridge United Women vs Real Bedford Women
A pre-season trip to Cambridge United is the next test for Charlie Bill’s side, as preparations for the 2025/26 campaign continue. The Pirates won their first friendly 3-1 against AFC Sudbury, thanks to goals from Lucy Wood, Nicola Puddick and a trialist.
The match against Cambridge United will be played at Swavesey Village College and will kick-off at 7:45pm.
Here is everything you need to know ahead of Tuesday’s game.
Match Details
Date: Tuesday 22nd July
Venue: Swavesey Village College Sports Centre, Gibraltar Lane, Swavesey, Cambs, CB24 4RS
Kick-Off: 7:45pm
Tickets
Entry is free for both home and away supporters on Tuesday.
How to Get to Swavesey Village College
Swavesey Village College note on their website that some Satnavs guide people to the back entrance. However, this is for staff only, so supporters should continue down Fen Drayton Road to a small roundabout before turning right onto Gibraltar Lane. From here, you’ll find the main entrance and front car park.
The Opposition
Last season, we faced Cambridge United three times in all competitions. After drawing 0-0 at home in September, we lost 3-1 to the U’s in the third qualifying round of the FA Cup a month later.
Bill’s side got revenge in February 2025, beating Cambridge 2-1 in the league. A first-half brace from Leyla O’Brien secured a huge three points for the Pirates in the title race. Tuesday’s opponents finished ninth in the FAWNL Division One South East.
We will play the U’s again in our first group game of the FAWNL Cup on Wednesday 20th August. Norwich City and Peterborough United are our other two opponents in Group L.
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.
2025/26 Fixtures Revealed
On Tuesday 15th July, we announced Real Bedford Women’s fixtures for the 2025/26 season.
Our first game at tier three sees us travel to AFC Wimbledon on Sunday 17th August. You can view the full fixture list, including cup games, here.
