BIG MATCH PREVIEW: Brighton (H)

A late defeat to Doncaster Rovers Belles in their last outing saw Durham surrender their unbeaten record in the FA WSL Spring Series.

But they still remain unbeaten at home this season and prepare to welcome newly-promoted Brighton & Hove Albion this Sunday.

The Opposition

Winners of the FA WPL Southern Division in 2016, Brighton & Hove Albion Women won promotion to the FA WSL courtesy of a 4-2 victory over Sporting Club Albion in the WPL Play-Off last season.

They've started the season in FA WSL 2 brightly, losing only once and picking up their first three points of the season last weekend courtesy of a 2-1 win over Watford - Alessia Russo and Bronwen Thomas netting.

And the young attacking duo will definitely be ones to watch at New Ferens Park this weekend, with Russo an ex-Chelsea youngster who regularly features in England Youth squads while Welsh international Thomas has been a revelation this season.

At the other end of the pitch Brighton have a more experienced head in former Arsenal and Republic of Ireland goalkeeper Emma Byrne - a shrewd acquisition for George Parris' side this season.

We've Met Before

Actually, we haven't! This will be the first time we've met.

Pre-Match Comments

You can read a pre-match interview with goalkeeper Megan Borthwick HERE.

Match Information

The match will be played at New Ferens Park (DH1 1GG)

Kick-off is 12pm on Sunday 2nd April, with the turnstiles open from 11am.

Ticket Information

Tickets for the game are available at the following prices:

Adults - £5

Concessions (Under 16/Students/OAPs) - £2

FA WSL Season Ticket Holder - £2.50 (just show your Season Ticket on the gate)

Family of Four - £12

To avoid long queues on the day, we advise that fans buy their tickets online HERE.

Tickets will be available on the day of the game from the turnstiles for no increase in price.

FREE Skills Session

We're hosting a pre-match Skills Session, led by Nat Gutteridge, ahead of the game. It's FREE for youngsters to take part in, and you can sign your child up HERE.

Match Day Programme

Our new-look match day programme is on sale this weekend - with plenty of exciting features including the thoughts of Lee Sanders and Sarah Wilson, a look at Brighton, and we get to know Zoe Ness a bit better!

Hungry or Thirsty?

The Extra Time Cafe Bar is now open at New Ferens Park and will be serving hot and cold drinks, alcohol and a variety of snacks before the game and at half-time. This is in addition to our usual offering of refreshments, so there's something to suit everyone's taste!

Getting to the Match

For fans travelling by car, the SatNav postcode for the ground is DH1 1GG

For full details on getting to the game, view our Fans' Travel Guide.

First Time Fans

Is this your first time visiting New Ferens Park? Check out our Fans Guide for all you need to know! From Travel to Tickets and What's On at the game, our guide has you covered!

Match Day Calculator

Want to know how much your full match day at New Ferens Park will cost? You can price up admission, food, merchandise and parking HERE.

Follow The Game

Our official Twitter account (@DurhamWFC) will be providing live minute-by-minute updates on the match. You can follow the updates and get involved in the match day discussion by using the hashtag #DURvBRI

Durham Hospitals Radio will be providing live radio commentary of this game, available both inside and outside the ground, which you can tune into HERE.