BREAKING: Bristol City Women delivered a stunning performance, dominating Ipswich Town with a remarkable 7-0 victory at Ashton Gate earlier today. Head coach Charlotte Healy expressed her delight as the Robins rose to second place in the WSL 2, solidifying their unbeaten run to four matches.
The match kicked off with an explosive start, as Bristol City found the net just seven minutes in. Sophie Ingle opened the scoring from a corner, quickly followed by goals from Rio Hardy and Lexi Lloyd-Smith, bringing the tally to three within the first 14 minutes. Maria Farrugia added a fourth goal before halftime, showcasing the team’s relentless attack.
“Our performance today has set a standard,” Healy stated post-match. “It’s crucial we maintain this level and continue to push ourselves.” The players demonstrated outstanding teamwork and determination, with Hardy and Ingle each netting braces after the break. In a heartwarming moment, academy graduate Isabel Hebard scored her first goal in stoppage time, capping off a memorable day for the team.
Bristol City’s defense also shone, with key interventions preventing Ipswich from capitalizing on their few chances. The visitors came close with a shot from Grace Neville that was expertly saved by City’s goalkeeper, but the Robins maintained their dominant form throughout the match.
Looking ahead, Bristol City’s next challenge comes against top-of-the-table Charlton Athletic next weekend, a critical match before the international break. Healy emphasized the need for her squad to stay focused: “This is an important block of games, and we want to finish strong against Charlton.”
Today’s victory not only boosts the team’s confidence but also sets high expectations as they aim to continue their successful run in the league. Fans are eager to see if the Robins can maintain this momentum in their upcoming fixtures.
Stay tuned for more updates as Bristol City Women strive to build on this impressive performance!
