AFC Wimbledon Women produced a professional and clinical away performance to beat Hammersmith Women 3-0 in the English FA Women’s Cup on 25 October 2026. The visitors scored early, controlled the rhythm of the game and added two more goals after the break to secure a convincing passage into the next round.

Match overview

AFC Wimbledon Women were the sharper side from the first whistle. They pressed Hammersmith high, forced turnovers in dangerous areas and moved the ball with purpose. The early goal settled any nerves and allowed Wimbledon to dictate the tempo, while Hammersmith were left chasing the game for long periods.

Hammersmith Women showed plenty of spirit and never stopped working, but they struggled to keep possession under pressure. Their best spells came from direct running and crosses into the box, yet Wimbledon’s defence dealt with those threats comfortably. The second and third goals underlined the visitors’ superiority and gave the scoreline a fair reflection of the contest.

Key moments

• 14th minute: AFC Wimbledon took the lead after a high turnover, finishing neatly from the edge of the area.
• 31st minute: Hammersmith’s goalkeeper made a strong save to deny Wimbledon a quick second.
• 53rd minute: The visitors doubled their advantage with a well-worked move down the left and a calm finish at the back post.
• 74th minute: Wimbledon made it three, capitalising on space in midfield and striking low into the corner.
• 86th minute: Hammersmith created a late chance from a corner, but the header drifted wide.

Tactical story

Wimbledon’s midfield triangles caused Hammersmith problems throughout. Their central players were constantly available between the lines, and the wide forwards stretched the defence to create room inside. Out of possession, Wimbledon pressed with discipline, cutting off passing lanes and forcing Hammersmith into long balls that were comfortably defended.

Hammersmith tried to stay compact and hit on the break, but they were often isolated in attack. When they did win the ball back, the transition was too slow, allowing Wimbledon to recover their shape. The home side’s best tactic was delivering early crosses, but Wimbledon’s centre-backs dominated those duels and limited clear chances.

Standout players

AFC Wimbledon’s attacking midfielder was the game’s most influential figure, linking play and creating several openings with sharp passes. The centre-forward led the line well and took the third goal with real quality. For Hammersmith, the goalkeeper made a series of saves that kept the deficit from growing, while their central defender showed determination in a difficult defensive assignment.

What it means

The result sends AFC Wimbledon Women into the next round with renewed belief and a strong defensive platform to build on. Scoring three goals away from home will boost confidence across the squad. Hammersmith Women will be disappointed with the scoreline, but they can take credit for their resilience and will now focus on turning spirited performances into stronger league results.