Leeds United Women Face Huddersfield in Key Yorkshire Derby Amid Fixture Changes

Leeds United Women recently hosted Huddersfield Town Women in a critical FA Women’s National League Division One North match at Bannister Prentice Stadium, where Huddersfield secured a 1-0 victory thanks to a late goal by Lord-Mears, according to Yahoo Sports. The defeat affects Leeds' campaign as they contend for the top position in the league standings.

This fixture came with added significance following the rescheduling of three other Leeds United Women matches for March and April 2026, including home games against Chester-le-Street Town Ladies, York City Ladies, and Wythenshawe Women, reports Yahoo Sports. The rearranged schedule increases pressure on Leeds to capitalize on home fixtures and maintain momentum.

Leeds United Women’s squad saw the return of Amy Woodruff from injury for the Huddersfield game, with Simon Wood making one change to the lineup, per team news coverage by Yahoo Sports. Defender Alayna Millard also spoke out about the need for the team to uphold high standards moving forward after recent strong performances.

The Yorkshire derby carries importance beyond local bragging rights as both clubs are promotion hopefuls, intensifying the stakes of their league clashes, as noted in pre-match reports. The results from these key fixtures could influence the final table positions in FA WNL Division One North this season.

Looking ahead, Leeds United Women must navigate their newly compressed fixture list and strive to regain points lost to Huddersfield if they are to strengthen their position at the summit of the division. The team’s ability to manage squad fitness and consistency will be critical in the coming months.