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The 2025/26 season is complete with Newcastle United Women finishing 6th in the WSL 2 under Tanya Oxtoby, who came in towards the end of 2025. Today we discuss each player, as well as the manager on whether we would keep them at the football club or let them go.

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It's our traditional end of season scoring the players for Newcastle United Women as Dale, Matt and Lee rank every single player from the squad, as well as manager Tanya Oxtoby. The Lasses finished 6th in the WSL 2, and the girls will be hoping for a better campaign next year with summer additions to the squad so they can mount a title challenge next season.

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In this episode, we break down Newcastle United Women’s hard‑fought home draw, a result that left fans torn on whether it was 2 pts dropped or a point gained. We dive into the key moments, standout performers, tactical talking points, and what this result means for the promotion push. Then it’s all eyes on a massive Derby Weekend showdown. We preview the intensity, the rivalry, the storylines, and why this clash could be a season‑defining moment. Expect bold predictions, squad analysis, and the latest team news as the Lasses gear up for one of the biggest fixtures of the year.

Perfect for fans looking for match reaction, football analysis, NUFC Women updates, and all the Derby Day hype you can handle. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more Newcastle United Women content.

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Newcastle United Women were briefly guided by Claire Ditchburn in late October 2025 before Tanya Oxtoby was appointed as permanent manager in November, marking a transition from stability to ambition.

When Becky Langley departed assistant coach Claire Ditchburn took interim charge in October 2025, supported by Peter Ramage and the existing backroom staff. Her short spell included preparations for the team’s trip to Ipswich Town Women after the international break, ensuring continuity and focus during a period of uncertainty. Soon after, the club confirmed the arrival of Tanya Oxtoby as permanent head coach in November 2025, a move that signalled Newcastle’s intent to push for promotion. Oxtoby described herself as “excited and honoured” to join, highlighting the ambition of a one-club city with a passionate fan base and stressing her role in building on recent progress. Together, these back-to-back managerial runs reflected Newcastle United Women’s resilience under Ditchburn and their long-term vision under Oxtoby, blending short-term steadiness with a renewed drive for success.

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Newcastle United Women drew 2-2 with Bristol City Women, thanks to a dramatic late equaliser from Lois Joel. The match, held at Gateshead International Stadium on 12 October 2025, was a thrilling Barclays Women’s Super League 2 encounter:

Newcastle United took the lead in first-half stoppage time through Oona Sevenius, who had been lively throughout the opening stages. Bristol City responded strongly in the second half, with Rio Hardy scoring twice to put the visitors ahead. Just as Bristol City looked set to secure back-to-back wins, Lois Joel struck a long-range equaliser in the 89th minute, salvaging a point for Newcastle.

Early chances for Newcastle included a cross from Sevenius to Jordan Nobbs, whose shot went over the bar. Demi Stokes also forced a low save from Bristol City’s Fran Bentley in the first half. Bristol City's Rio Hardy showcased clinical finishing to overturn the deficit before Joel’s late heroics denied them the win.

Bristol City remain in 4th place in the Barclays Women’s Super League 2. Newcastle United sit in 8th, continuing to build momentum in their debut season at this level.

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Newcastle United Women kicked off their 2025–26 season with a mix of promise and setbacks, showing ambition but facing early challenges. Here's a detailed recap of their start:

🏁 Season Opener: First Match: Away at Nottingham Forest on 7 September 2025 at the City Ground. Result: A winning start for the Magpies, setting a confident tone for the season.

🏟️ First Home Game

Opponent: Sheffield United on 14 September 2025 at Gateshead International Stadium.

Outcome: A frustrating draw, with manager Becky Langley calling it “perhaps the worst half of football” since her arrival. Newcastle struggled to break down a compact Blades setup and conceded a long-range goal.

⚽ Key Fixtures and Setbacks

Birmingham City (Away): A tough 3–0 defeat at St Andrew’s on 21 September 2025, where Newcastle were outplayed and failed to recover from an early two-goal deficit.

Major Signings:

Jordan Nobbs: England international with 208 WSL appearances.

Morgan Gautrat: Two-time World Cup winner from the US.

Oona Sevenius: Finnish striker with EURO 2025 experience.

Femke Liefting: Dutch U-20 Golden Glove winner, on loan from Chelsea.

These additions reflect Newcastle’s intent to push for promotion with a more experienced and balanced squad.

Tyne-Wear Derby vs Sunderland: Scheduled for 16 November 2025 at St James’ Park. Last season’s derby broke attendance records, and this year’s promises even more excitement.

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⚫⚪ NUFC Women are back — and so are Lee & Joe with a brand-new podcast episode diving into everything happening behind the scenes this pre-season!

From exciting new signings to the promise of more arrivals, we break down the squad’s evolution and what it means for the campaign ahead. We also hear directly from manager Becky Langley on the team’s ambitions and the impact of the new state-of-the-art training centre 🏟️

Plus, we explore a major development off the pitch: the newly announced Head of Operations role at NUFC Women — what it means for the club’s future and its growing professional structure.

🎙️ In this episode: – Pre-season progress & standout performers – New signings and targets still to come – Exclusive insight from Becky Langley – The new training centre: a game-changer – Behind-the-scenes growth: Head of Operations role explained

💬 Join the conversation and let us know: What excites you most about NUFC Women this season?

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Colin Lock’s passing brought together a community that often finds itself on opposite sides of the pitch—but on this day, they stood united in love and respect.

Colin wasn’t just a photographer; he was the heartbeat of women’s football in the North East. For over a decade, he captured moments that might’ve otherwise gone unseen—volunteering his time, uplifting grassroots teams, and championing the game long before it had the spotlight.

Newcastle United Women, Sunderland, Middlesbrough, and countless fans paid tribute to his legacy. His daughter Courtney, now a coach at Sunderland, shared how he inspired her journey and how his lens preserved memories for families across the region.

And in a beautiful gesture, supporters from both Newcastle and Sunderland joined a memorial walk from the Stadium of Light to St. James’ Park, raising funds for Macmillan Cancer Support in Colin’s honour. It’s rare to see football rivalries dissolve like that—but Colin’s impact was bigger than the game. He brought people together, and even in his passing, he continues to do so.

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