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Newcastle United Women kicked off their WSL 2 fixture on Easter Sunday in front of an eager crowd at the Gateshead International Stadium, taking on a determined Nottingham Forest side in a fixture that promised intensity from the outset, The Lasses needing a win to keep up their hopes of a promotion playoff place, the atmosphere crackled as both teams stepped onto the pitch in the sunshine, but the wind was still present after Storm Dave disrupted the region overnight. Newcas

Under the floodlights, Newcastle United welcomed Southampton in a WSL 2 clash that carried extra significance, as Tanya Oxtoby took her place on the touchline for the very first time as head coach. The atmosphere was charged with anticipation, with the home crowd eager to see how the Magpies respond to new leadership, while Southampton arrive determined to spoil the occasion. It’s a meeting of ambition and fresh beginnings, played out on a stage that feels bigger than just th

While Newcastle cannot qualify, this fixture is about pride and progress. Everton, despite inconsistent form, remain favourites due to their WSL pedigree. There is no doubt The Lasses will want to impress in front of the newly appointed manager in Tanya Oxtoby, who was watching on in the fancy seats as Claire Ditchburn took charge of her last game as interim manager. At the half-hour mark, Everton struck first, they were awarded a free-kick just outside the box, Yuka Momiki