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WSL2: Newcastle dominates, others fight for points
7 Oct
Summary
- Newcastle United maintained their top spot with a decisive 3-0 away victory.
- Durham remains the sole team without any points in the league.
- Bristol City and Nottingham Forest secured crucial wins to end win droughts.
Newcastle United solidified their position at the top of the WSL2 table by defeating bottom-placed Durham 3-0. Hildur Antonsdóttir opened the scoring, followed by goals from Jordan Nobbs and Martha Thomas, extending Durham's winless streak. Bristol City came from behind to beat Southampton 2-1, with Lotta Lindström and Sophie Ingle scoring for the home side after an early Southampton goal. Nottingham Forest secured a 2-0 victory over Burnley, with Tuva Espas scoring twice, despite Burnley failing to register a shot on target. Ipswich Town defeated Sheffield United 2-1, with goals from Megan Hornby and Princess Ademiluyi, before Sheffield United pulled one back. Sunderland maintained their second-place standing by beating Leicester City 3-1, thanks to goals from Katie Kitching, Elise Hughes, and Sanni Franssi.
Wolverhampton Wanderers and Watford drew 2-2 in an exciting encounter. Georgia Marshall scored for Wolves, but Watford responded with two quick goals from Poppy Wilson and Phoebe Poole. Charlotte Greengrass equalized for Wolves from the penalty spot. The WSL2 season will resume on October 25th following an international break. Upcoming fixtures include Watford hosting Durham, Newcastle United visiting Nottingham Forest, and Bristol City playing Wolves.
