Peterborough United Women have appointed a new manager

Lawlor replaces Chloe Brown who stepped down as manager on health grounds before Christmas.

Lawlor, a former Posh youth team player who still plays competitively for Peterborough Sports FC, has overseen back-to-back National Division One Midlands wins which have lifted Posh six points clear of the relegation zone while acting as interim boss.

Lawlor said: “I’m delighted. I just want to keep making strides forward, maintain the winning run and keep pushing this team as far as it can go. Hopefully in the coming months or so, we will take them to a place everyone is happy with.”

Posh seek a hat-trick of National League wins when lowly Burton Albion visit the idverde Training Ground on Sunday (February 6, 3pm).

Lawlor’s assistant manager will be Anthony Rigby.