Derby County Women fell to a 3-0 loss against West Bromwich Albion in the FA Women’s National League Northern Premier Division at the Don Amott Arena on Sunday.

Despite a well-battled display, with the Ewes seeing a flurry of chances, especially in the first half, Derby were downed by a ruthless period of play by West Brom, which saw goals from ex-derby player Ellie May and Fran Orthodoxou in the 75th and 76th minute.

The result sees Head Coach Sam Griffiths’ side fall to defeat for the first time in the five matches, after winning four consecutive matches ahead of the meeting with West Brom.

Key Moments

Derby started on the front foot, as in the ninth minute, Georgia Stevens latched onto a great pass from the middle of the park and put an inviting cross into the box. Kate Oakley rose to flick it toward the penalty spot, but a sea of yellow and green shirts was there to meet it.

The game fizzled out as both teams tried to mount an attack. It was Derby again in the 25th minute who had the better chance, as Sparkes sent a looped ball toward the penalty spot, falling at the feet of Olivia Edwards. Her...