Real Bedford Women drawn at home to Dussindale & Hellesdon Rovers in Women’s FA Cup
Real Bedford Women have been drawn at home to Dussindale & Hellesdon Rovers Women in the first round proper of the Women’s FA Cup.
The Pirates will welcome the Norfolk side to the Ledger Stadium as Charlie Bill’s team begin this season’s campaign, with a place in the second round at stake.
Match details
Competition: Women's FA Cup - First Round
Date: Sunday 25th October 2026
Kick-off: 2pm
Venue: The Ledger Stadium, Bedford, Meadow Lane, MK44 3LW.
Opposition focus
Dussindale & Hellesdon Rovers compete in the Eastern Region Women’s Football League Premier Division, the fifth tier of the women’s football pyramid.
Rovers currently sit 11th in the table, taking five points from their opening six league matches through one win and two draws. Their victory came in a 4-1 home win over St Albans City, followed by draws against Wroxham and Histon.
The Norwich-based side have climbed through the regional game in recent seasons. They won the Eastern Region Division One North title in 2023/24, securing promotion in their first season at that level. A 2-2 draw at Mulbarton Wanderers sealed the championship and their move into the Premier Division.
Last season brought a run to the Norfolk Women’s County Cup final, where Rovers narrowly lost 2-1 to Wroxham in front of 743 spectators. That final appearance added another notable cup run to their recent history.
about the cup
The winners of our tie will progress to the second round proper, scheduled for Sunday 15th November. The third round follows on Sunday 13th December, with Women’s Super League clubs entering in the fourth round on Sunday 17th January. This season’s final is scheduled for Saturday 15th May 2027.
If our match against Dussindale & Hellesdon Rovers finishes level after 90 minutes, the tie will go straight to a penalty shootout. There is no extra time or replay at this stage, with the same rule applying up to and including the second round proper.
Keep an eye on the club website and our women’s social media channels for further fixture information. Follow @RBFCWomen on X and @realbedfordwomen on Instagram for the latest updates.