Ipswich Town on brink of Women’s National League title success

“It was a really composed, committed, professional performance, some really well worked goals, six for ‘Pesk’ which is remarkable, and a collective team effort that has put us in a really strong position,” said Sheehan.

“We have to enjoy the feeling that we have currently but we still have one game to go and want to make sure we end the season with a convincing performance that hopefully results in a final-day win.

“The message (to the players) will be to enjoy the result but nothing is official, nothing is confirmed.”

Ipswich have to wait until 27 April for the chance to round things off in style when they take on Cheltenham Town on their home ground in Felixstowe.

It will be the climax of a season which began with a total commitment to following the example of the Ipswich men’s team, who won back-to-back promotions in 2023 and 2024, and reaching the second tier of the women’s game, the Championship.

Sheehan said: “They are a joy to work with. There’s a special connection with staff and players. Togetherness is a huge pillar in our environment, it underpins everything we do each day. Hopefully in a couple of weeks’ time we’ll get our just rewards.

“It’s been a long process, lots of years of laying the groundwork and foundations. We’d like to think we’re in a really strong position, we’ve really attacked it, we’ve conducted ourselves impeccably, we’ve established some really strong momentum, won some important games and responded well when things haven’t gone our way.”

So how will he approach what is sure to be a memorable day against Cheltenham?

“Going to celebrate won’t be my particular focus, it will be about preparing to perform and try and win the game and do ourselves proud,” he added.

“We’ve been really consistent all season and won’t be stopping now. It’ll be a big occasion and a big crowd but one we’re determined to give a really strong performance for.”