On today’s episode of The Daily Newcastle Podcast, Michael Grahamslaw breaks down a wild Tyne–Wear derby as Newcastle United Women lit up St James’ Park with a 3–1 win over Sunderland in front of nearly 19,000 fans.

From Anna Tamminen’s game-changing penalty save to Emily Murphy’s superstar cameo, we dive into the drama, the chaos, the set-piece dominance, and what this result means for Claire Ditchburn’s unbeaten run as interim manager.

We then shift to England’s scrappy but ultimately successful trip to Albania, where Harry Kane’s brace sealed a historic, spotless qualifying campaign — even if the first half was one to forget.

Big saves, big goals, big statements — and big questions ahead for both club and country.