Rathfriland FC Ladies

18/06/2026

17/06/2026

FT | Hanover Ladies 0–1 Rathfriland FC Ladies 🤍🖤⚽

NIWFA Barclays Division 5 – Week 8

The ladies made the trip to Brownstown on Wednesday evening for their third meeting of the season with Hanover Ladies.

It was a slow start as Rathfriland adjusted to the 3G surface, which made it difficult to play their usual game. Both sides created opportunities in a closely contested first half, but neither could find a breakthrough, and the teams went into the break level at 0-0.

A few changes in personnel and formation at half-time proved to be the turning point. Just 10 minutes into the second half, Katie reacted quickest to a loose ball and fired an unstoppable strike into the top-left corner to give Rathfriland the lead. ⚽🔥

Hanover pushed hard in search of an equaliser, but a determined defensive display, marshalled superbly by goalkeeper Laura, kept them at bay. Rathfriland also created further chances through Danielle, Leanne, Emma and Caitlin, but were unable to add to the score.

In the end, the ladies dug deep and did enough to secure a hard-earned three points on the road.

🏆 Players of the Match: Lucy & Megan
⚽ Goalscorer: Katie

A big thank you to Hanover Ladies for another competitive game, and we wish them all the best for the rest of the season.



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15/06/2026

⚽ NIWFA Barclays Division 5 – Week 8 ⚽

As the second half of the season kicks off, we’re back on the road this Wednesday!

📅 Wednesday 17th June
🆚 Hanover FC Ladies
⏰ 7:30pm Kick-Off
📍 Brownstone Road Arena

Come along and show your support as we look to start the second half of the season on a positive note. Your support makes all the difference!



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12/06/2026

⚽ Rathfriland Ladies 0-1 Donegal Celtic ⚽

Rathfriland Ladies welcomed unbeaten league leaders Donegal Celtic on Friday night and produced a tremendous performance from start to finish.

After a strong first half with several chances from Annie, Katie and Courtney the sides went in level at 0-0. The second half was equally competitive with the defence of Lynn, Steffie, Megan and Caitlin keeping it tight and the midfield of Leanne, Lucy, Katie and Alana matching the league leaders every step of the way. A penalty was unfortunately saved, while further chances saw us hit the post and narrowly miss the target.

Donegal Celtic eventually found the breakthrough from a late corner, but the girls kept fighting until the final whistle, with Molly coming close to an equaliser with a fantastic effort that just went over the bar.

While disappointed with the result, the team can be incredibly proud of their effort, determination and work rate against an unbeaten side. It was a true team performance, and on another night Player of the Match could have gone to any one of the girls for the commitment and quality shown throughout.

⭐ Player of the Match: Laura

Thank you to Donegal Celtic for a competitive game, and we wish them all the best for the rest of the season. 🤍🖤

10/06/2026

🌧️⚽ What a Day! ⚽🌧️

Saturday’s 7-a-Side Charity Tournament may have been met with plenty of rain, but it certainly didn’t dampen the spirits of everyone involved!

From the first kick-off to the final whistle, the support shown for our tournament in aid of Cancer Research UK was incredible.

What started as an idea from Rebekah turned into a fantastic day of football, community spirit, and generosity. Well done to Rebekah for bringing the idea to life and helping create such a brilliant day for everyone involved.

A massive thank you to all the teams who took part and helped make the day such a success. Every match was played in great spirit and thoroughly entertained the crowds despite the weather.

We would also like to sincerely thank everyone who donated raffle prizes and supported the fundraising effort. Your generosity made a huge difference and is greatly appreciated.

A special thanks goes to Gransha Engraving for their generous donation of medals for the winning team RFC Coaches and a trophy for Player of the Tournament William Austin from team Milestone!

We would also like to thank our referees, Wayne and Alex, for giving up their time to officiate throughout the day, ensuring everything ran smoothly from start to finish.

Behind the scenes, our committee members worked tirelessly before, during, and after the event, and their effort and dedication did not go unnoticed.

Congratulations also to all of our raffle prize winners:

🎉 South Down Detailing Voucher – Milly Gawley🎉 The Loft Voucher – Alex Scott🎉 Speaker – Gary Fitzpatrick🎉 Eurospar Voucher – Alex Scott🎉 Hamper – Neville Gibbons🎉 Vera & Ernie Voucher – Emma Trimble🎉 Bottle of Smirnoff – Alison McCready🎉 Men’s Nivea Set – Adam Rowland🎉 Bottle of Captain Morgan – Callum Donnan🎉 Tan Set – Callum Donnan🎉 Red Wine – Kitty Maginn🎉 Coors & Garden Plaque – Niall Donnan

🏆 Winning Team🥇 RFC Coaches

⭐ Player of the TournamentWilliam Austin (Milestone)

The final fundraising total will be announced very soon, and we can’t wait to share it with you all.

Thank you again to everyone who played a part in making the day such a memorable one. ❤️

And as for the talk of another tournament… well, you’ll just have to watch this space!

08/06/2026

⚽ Match Day ⚽

Round 7 of the NIWFA Barclays Division 5 sees the ladies host Donegal Celtic at Ingram Park, with a 7:30pm kick-off.

Come along and show your support as the team looks to put in another strong performance!

🆚 Donegal Celtic Ladies
📅 Friday 12th June
📍 Ingram Park
⏰ 7:30pm KO



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06/06/2026

⚽ TODAY’S THE DAY! ⚽

Join us at the Rathfriland FC 7-A-Side Charity Football Tournament and help support an incredible cause.

📍 Iveagh Park, Rathfriland
🕟 Registration: 4:30pm
⚽ Kick-off: 5:00pm

Bring your family and friends for an afternoon and evening of football, music, food, and community spirit. Cheer on the teams, enjoy the craic, and help raise vital funds for Cancer Research Rathfriland Group.

Kitchen & Bar open from 4.30pm 🍔 🍟 🥤

🎟️ Fantastic raffle prizes to be won throughout the day, along with vouchers, medals, and plenty more surprises!

Every penny raised goes towards supporting a great cause, so come along, show your support, and make a difference.

🤍🖤Football. Community. Making a Difference. 🤍🖤

04/06/2026

03/06/2026

Comeback Almost Complete

Rathfriland Ladies travelled to Bloomfield on a wet evening and produced a spirited second-half comeback in a thrilling encounter.

The first half belonged to the hosts, with Bloomfield taking a commanding 4–0 lead into the break. However, Rathfriland emerged for the second half with renewed determination and immediately began to fight their way back into the game.

Katie got the comeback started with a superb free kick, before Bloomfield responded to restore their advantage. Undeterred, Katie struck again with a brilliant effort from outside the box to grab her second goal of the night.

Lynn then made it 5–3, showing great composure with her first touch before curling the ball into the net from open play. The pressure continued to build as Lucy played Abaigh through on the right. Abaigh took a touch and fired high into the net to bring Rathfriland within one goal at 5–4.

The equaliser soon followed. Lucy unleashed a powerful strike from distance that flew into the roof of the net to make it 5–5 and complete an incredible comeback.

Both sides had chances to find a winner, but it was Bloomfield who grabbed the decisive late goal to edge the contest.

Despite the result, Rathfriland Ladies showed tremendous character and determination to battle back from 4–0 down.

What a game! ⚽👏

Goals
Katie ⚽️⚽️
Lynn ⚽️
Lucy ⚽️
Abaigh ⚽️

Player of the match - Abaigh 👏

Thanks to Bloomfield for a great match & we wish them well for the rest of the season



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