Report: 2nd XI Ladies vs Cambs South 3s – January 31, 2026

Spalding Ladies 2s vs Cambridge South 3s – Match Report

Spalding Ladies 2s put in an impressive and determined performance to hold league leaders Cambridge South 3s to a well-earned 1-1 draw in an exciting, hard-fought encounter.

From the first whistle, Spalding were right in the game, producing a strong opening pushback despite having the sun in their eyes. The intensity was clear early on as Spalding applied consistent pressure, refusing to allow Cambridge time or space to settle.

The first half saw some beautiful open play from Spalding, with quick, sharp passing moving the ball confidently through midfield. Kate Amess and Kelly Tizzano both came close from open play, firing shots just wide in what were two near misses that showed Spalding’s attacking intent. 

Spalding continued to press and were rewarded when Amy Naylor won a short corner. Although the initial corner was not converted, Spalding reacted quickly and maintained the pressure, earning a second short corner almost immediately. This time, a lovely sequence of passing between Chloe P, Eloise Hull and Emily Wright opened up the Cambridge defence, allowing Steph Wilson to slot home a wonderful, hard finish to give Spalding a deserved 1–0 lead going into half time.

The second half saw Spalding come out determined to maintain their advantage. Defensive discipline and teamwork were key as Cambridge pushed forward in search of an equaliser. Cambridge eventually earned their first short corner of the match, quickly followed by their second and managed to fire a hard strike past the Spalding defence to level the score at 1–1.

Undeterred, Spalding continued to play with confidence and grit, battling for every ball and fighting right to the final whistle. The team showed real resilience and composure to ensure the scoreline remained locked at 1–1, securing a fantastic result against the league leaders.

A strong all-round team performance and a point thoroughly deserved. 💙🏑