FAWNL Cup and Plate Build Up 2026

Ahead of the FAWNL Cup and Plate finals this Saturday 28th and Sunday 29th of March, we have compiled together all of the key information so that you know all the key talking points and statistics of note ahead of these arguable season-defining clashes.

Cup Final: AFC Bournemouth Women vs Plymouth Argyle Women

Date: 28th March 2026

Venue: Loftus Road Stadium (18,439)

Key Players:

AFC Bournemouth Women - One key player to watch for the Cherries will undoubtedly be summer signing Sophie Quirk who continues to hit new heights. The ex Portsmouth Women forward has excelled this season accumulating a huge total 23 goals across 27 appearances in red and black while also picking up 12 Opposition Player of the Match awards, illustrating her ability to taunt opponents and dominate games. In what is set to be an enthralling cup final, her technical ability and eye for goal could make all the difference if the Cherries are to break down a sturdy Plymouth backline.

Plymouth Argyle Women - For the Pilgrims, midfielder Layla Proctor could likely be someone who makes all the difference. Formerly playing for Lewes, Proctor has already turned out for Plymouth 30 times this season claiming 7 Opposition Player of the Match awards as well as playing her part in attack with a contribution of 6 goals. With many games often lost or won in the midfield, her presence will be crucial if Argyle are to control the flow of the game against a tall and strong Cherries opposition.

Predictions:

Freya says: AFC Bournemouth Women 0 - 1 Plymouth Argyle Women

Maya says: AFC Bournemouth Women 1 - 2 Plymouth Argyle Women.

Background: With both teams competing at the top of the Southern Premier Division, this will be a cup final to watch out for! This weekend’s final will be a repeat of last week’s fixture which saw Plymouth snatch a last minute winner to claim all three points and undoubtedly boost their promotion hopes. This final therefore will see Plymouth look to repeat that excellent result while the Cherries hope to claim revenge and their first token of silverware for the season.

Plate Final: Cheadle Town Stingers Women Vs Moneyfields Women

Date: 29th March 2026 (2PM)

Venue: Arbour Park Stadium Slough (2000)

Key Players:

Cheadle Town Stingers Women: Having only conceded 8 league goals across 16 league fixtures this season, Cheadle’s defence has been a huge part of their success and such heroics can inevitably be attributed to their goalkeeper Emma Bradley. Having won the Division One North Golden Glove award last season with an impressive 13 clean sheets, her quick reflexes and excellent shot stopping ability will be instrumental in keeping out a prolific Moneyfields side.

Moneyfields Women: At the opposite end of the pitch, Moneyfields will look to forward Shannon Albuery to fire them to victory. The prolific striker has enjoyed another outstanding season, netting an impressive 26 goals in 24 appearances and building on the fine form she showed last campaign. In a cup final where the smallest margin can separate heartbreak from glory, the Moneys will be hoping Albuery arrives with her clinical edge firmly intact.

Predictions:

Freya says: Cheadle Town Stingers 2 - 1 Moneyfields Women

Maya says: Cheadle Town Stingers 1 - 3 Moneyfields Women

Background: With both sides travelling from opposite ends of the country, familiarity will be in short supply heading into this encounter. Northern outfit Cheadle arrive with one of the most resolute defences around, built on organisation and discipline. In stark contrast, southern side Moneyfields bring formidable attacking firepower, boasting an eye-catching goal difference of +63. Their relentless ability to find the net could prove decisive. One thing is certain, this clash of defensive resilience and attacking prowess is not to be missed.