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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