They scorched Newcastle with a blowtorch and Newcastle who let in four against Luton and two against Bournemouth _ both at home no less _ were simply flattened by quality. Amid the goal deluge let no one think it was all because United had their third choice keeper between the posts. Read more: Late drama sees Newcastle United Women beat Portsmouth FC Women to reach FAWNL Cup FinalBattered and bruised, Newcastle must now quickly get back to winning ways on the road come Tuesday night. The only personal credit came for Willock who marked his return in an injury ruined season by scoring against his former club. Europe seems a distant dream at this moment which is why Newcastle simply dare not bow the knee on a Tuesday night in Lancashire.

Source: Metro February 26, 2024 20:50 UTC