[P]enrith AFC Ladies are hoping to put the disappointment of missing out on the League Title and promotion behind them as they look forward to Fridays Cumberland County Cup final.
Penrith face a rejuvenated Carlisle United Ladies team who have won their last 7 league games of the season to finish a creditable 4th in the league table.
Manager Simon Savage said “We are under no illusions as to how tough this final is going to be. Carlisle are a good team and will be wanting to win the game just as much as we do. We will have to perform to our best to win this game.”
Penrith hope that pacey full back Chloe Grisedale will recover from a knee injury in time for the game. Otherwise Penrith have a full squad to select from.
Penrith prepared for the final with a tough friendly at Hartlepool United Ladies. The score remained goalless after a hard-fought first half. Penrith took the lead in the 65th min through Sophie Nutter however it was Hartlepool that finish the strongest with 2 goals in the last 10 mins to claim a 2-1 victory. Savage reflected “Its disappointing to lose any game but we performed well and needed the match time prior to the final.”
The final takes place at Workington Reds Borough Park this Friday 5th May KO 7:30pm.
Supporters are welcome to attend what is sure to be a fiercely contested battle.
