Marc Skinner made three changes from the side who beat Liverpool last time out, with Lucia Garcia coming in for Leah Galton, Lisa Naalsund making way for Hannah Blundell, and new recruit Gabby George in place of Gemma Evans.
In a game with chances few and far between, Garcia proved the difference maker with a first-half strike.
It marked our final pre-season run out against an opponent, with our 2023/24 league opener against Aston Villa firmly in sight.
This encounter was a physical one from the off, with challenges flying in across the pitch as both sides looked for a foothold.