Kettering Ladies 2s travelled to Loughborough for their first league match of the season against Charnwood Silby 1s.

The opening ten minutes saw Kettering pinned back in their own half, and Charnwood took a deserved early lead. Kettering gradually found their rhythm and produced a much-improved performance for the remainder of the first half.

They began to put Charnwood under pressure, with Laura Bird, Beth Williams and Helen Keyworth making excellent runs down the right. Kettering thought they had equalised from a short corner, but the goal was disallowed. However, they were not to be denied, and Emma Evans finished firmly from the next short corner just before half-time to make it 1–1.

The second half was an even contest, with both teams creating good chances while defending resolutely. Charnwood eventually regained the lead with around 12 minutes remaining.

Kettering continued to push forward in search of an equaliser, but despite creating further opportunities, they were unable to find the decisive finish. Charnwood held on to secure a 2–1 victory.