Manzi Five-Goal Haul Powers Fulham Women to 9-1 Victory Over Ashford United

Fulham Women delivered an attacking masterclass at Motspur Park, dismantling Ashford United 9-1 to continue their perfect start to the season. Sophie Manzi was unstoppable, scoring five goals, including two within the first six minutes. Her precision and clinical finishing set the tone early, while Belle Taylor-Makepeace and Ella Tagliavini added further goals in a dominant first half.

Manager Steve Jaye praised the team’s focus, saying, “The players have been excellent in executing what we’ve asked them to. It’s easy to lose standards, but we kept them high today.”

Despite Ashford pulling a goal back through Rachel Stevens, Fulham quickly regained control. Taylor-Makepeace and Georgia Heasman added more in the second half, rounding off an impressive performance. The result leaves Fulham top of the table with 22 goals in their first three matches, signaling their intent for the season ahead.

This victory showed not only the team’s attacking prowess but also their teamwork and discipline, with accurate passing and movement allowing Fulham to break through Ashford’s defense time and again. The Whites will look to continue their fine form as they return to action in their upcoming league fixtures.