West Bromwich Albion Women have been drawn away to Adobe Women’s FA Cup reigning champions Manchester United in the fourth round of the tournament.
The Baggies, who have made it beyond Knowle Ladies, Worcester City and Cheadle Town Stingers so far in the competition, will take on the Women’s Super League side over the weekend of January 11/12 2025.
United beat Tottenham Hotspur 4-0 at Wembley in last season’s final in front of more than 75,000 spectators and are currently sat fourth in the WSL standings.
Our first #WomensFACup opponents of 2025 have been chosen! 🏆💪#MUWomen pic.twitter.com/y73EeJQkAj
— Manchester United Women (@ManUtdWomen) December 9, 2024
Baggies boss Siobhan Hodgetts-Still admits it’s a “dream draw” for the club.
She said: “This is the magic of the FA Cup.
“It’s such an exciting and dream draw for us to be taking on the reigning champions away from home in round four.
“I know the players already can’t wait for the game and it’s certainly going to be an occasion to remember.
“It’ll be a great experience for the players and the staff and one which we are all really, really looking forward to.
“We know we’ve got a huge challenge in front of us, but we’re determined to put on a positive performance, show what we can do and give it our all.”
A date, venue and kick-off time, as well as ticket details, will all be confirmed at the earliest possible opportunity.
