Sunderland vs Newcastle Preview: Lasses Ready for an Epic Showdown

Sunderland vs Newcastle Preview

Today, Sunderland hosts Newcastle at the Stadium of Light. The club has confirmed that over 14,000 supporters will witness the Lasses play in the Wear-Tyne derby against their newly-promoted rivals. Newcastle has recruited strongly following promotion to the second tier, acquiring double award-winning goalkeeper Claudia Moan from Sunderland over the summer. Moan clinched the league’s Player of the Season and Golden Glove awards back in May. The team also added former England international Demi Stokes, a UEFA Women’s Championship winner in 2022, who was also a part of Sunderland’s FA Cup team in 2008/2009.

Current Form and Expectations

Newcastle is recovering from their first league defeat of the season, which came from a fellow North East rival, thanks to an eighty-ninth minute goal by Durham. Despite only conceding twice this season, Sunderland aims to improve its goal difference this weekend.

• The Lasses are unbeaten in their last three games, with victories over London City, Sheffield United, and an exhilarating 3-3 draw at Charlton.
• Coach Mel Reay will look to deploy various attacking options like Katie Kitching for set pieces, an old-school screamer from Jenna Dear, or a poacher's goal by captain Tash Fenton.

The fans will rally behind the Lasses, especially after visiting the recently refurbished Sheepfolds Stables, offering 20% off for punters showing a valid matchday ticket at The Taproom or Back of the Pit. Don't miss the opportunity to visit the club shop, the exclusive place for official women’s team kits. Just choose your player’s name wisely, as Jess Stapleton is already on three yellow cards this season!

Full Support for the Lasses

Get ready for an unforgettable match where Sunderland vs Newcastle brings not just competition but a celebration of women's sports. Haway the Lasses!