Sunderland Women are a professional women's football team based in Sunderland, England, currently competing in the FA Women's Super League 2, also known as the Women's Championship. The team plays its home matches at Eppleton CW, bringing elite women's football to the heart of Wearside. The club has a storied history, originally formed as Sunderland AFC Ladies, and was a founding member of the WSL in 2011, even finishing as runners-up in 2014. That period marked a golden era, with the team consistently at the top of the game and developing numerous England internationals. After relegation, the modern era has been defined by a rebuilding project, with the current squad blending experienced professionals with exciting young talent in a bid to return to the top flight. The team enjoys a dedicated and growing support, sharing the famous red-and-white stripes and passionate identity of the city.