Match Preview: Kent Women’s Plate semi final
The Stones go into the tie looking to continue their strong cup form this season, having already shown their quality in knockout football. Earlier this year, Tori Campbell’s side recorded an emphatic 5-1 victory over Chatham Town Development in the SECWFL League Cup quarter finals.
Maidstone head into the weekend after a competitive 1-1 draw against Cray Wanderers. The Stones showed their resilience in that fixture, with Aimee Ascott finding the net to bring Maidstone level and ensure Campbell’s side took a share of the points.
For Maidstone, the prize on offer is significant. Victory would send the Stones into their second cup final of the season, a reward for a campaign that has seen the new look squad grow in confidence and consistency.
Manager Tori Campbell says the opportunity to reach another showpiece match is a huge motivation for the squad.
“The chance to reach our second final of the season is a massive incentive for everyone. The players have worked incredibly hard and they deserve the opportunity to compete for silverware again. We know Chatham will be a tough test, but we’re ready for the challenge.”
With a place in the Kent Women’s Plate final at stake, Maidstone will be hoping home support can help drive them one step closer to another memorable day for the Stones.
Route to the semi-finals
FIRST ROUND
Maidstone United (Bye)
Chatham Town Dev 7-1 Aylesford Seconds
SECOND ROUND
Hollands & Blair Reserves 0-9 Maidstone United
Herne Bay Dev 3-4 Chatham Town Dev
THIRD ROUND
Maidstone United 2-0 Bromley Development
Tunbridge Wells Foresters 2-6 Chatham Town Dev
QUARTER-FINALS
Faversham Strike Force 1-8 Maidstone United
Kent United 0-6 Chatham Town Dev
This Sunday in GoCardless Kent Women Plate semi-finals
Cray Wanderers vs. Tonbridge Angels (15:00)
Maidstone United vs. Chatham Town Dev(15:15)
Admission via Turnstile 3
Adults: £5.00
Concessions: £3.00
Under 16s: Free
Around the ground
Spitfire Lounge: open
Town End Cut n’ Grill: open
Manchett Main Stand: open
Big screen sport in the Spitfire Lounge, sponsored by Churchill Fire and Security
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