Fodens Ladies F.C.

The same year, they toured Northern Ireland, playing three charity matches there.

[1] The team's first regular competition was the Butlin's Cup, which Fodens won in 1969 and 1970, leading them to be described as the British champions.

They also entered the 1969 Deal International Tournament, losing to Manchester Corinthians on the final day.

[1] In 1970, the team was a founding member of the North West Women's League.

[1] The game was previewed in The Observer, which interviewed Fodens' manager, Eric Aldersay.