Dale's good run came to an abrupt halt as a decent Durham team out competed Dale in the midfield area , Dale stood off and Durham made most of the attacking play. But in a moment of magic Rachael Wood received a pass from Claire Pearson and Woody run down the wing and cut back a great ball to Lizzie Paul who bravely fired home for Dale just before half time.

Dale tired a new formation after the break as Rachael Davis made way for Siobhan McElhinney. Dale began well, great work by Lizzie Paul saw Holly Newman with a great chance to put the game to bed but the shot was cleared off the line by a Durham defender. A good shout for a penalty went a stray as Dale where on top, but a good cross from Durham saw them first to the ball and the score line stood at 1 1 . Durham picked up the pace as both sides looked for the winner, a cross from the right wing found an incoming Durham player who headed home for Durham.

Rochdale now chased the game and with only three at the back Durham netted again. A disappointing result for the home side and one that flattered Durham. Dale need to do better but today was one of those days as Dale can play great football.

Next weeks match as at home to Tranmere Rovers 2pm ko