Latest. Matchday guide for Newcastle United Women's Sunday clash with Portsmouth Women

Jordan Nobbs
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Women

We're heading home this Sunday as Newcastle United Women return to Gateshead International Stadium for another exciting fixture - and we can’t wait to see you there! This guide gives you everything you need to plan the perfect match day.

WSL2 action continues

Fresh from a 1-2 win on the road, the Lasses look to keep the momentum going as we welcome Portsmouth.

Location and tickets

Fixture: Newcastle United Women vs Portsmouth

Location: Gateshead International Stadium, Neilson Road (NE10 0EF)

Date: Sunday 9 February

Kick-off: 2pm GMT

Tickets are available online via the Newcastle United Box Office until 4pm on Friday 13 February. After this time, tickets can be purchased from the Gateshead Box Office on match day.

Match tickets are priced at £8.50 for adults and £3 for juniors and concessions. The match day Box Office at Gateshead International Stadium will be open from 11am.

Getting Here

We strongly recommend public transport for this fixture.

Metro & Bus

  • Nearest station: Gateshead Stadium (15-minute walk)

  • Bus: 94 stops on Neilson Road

Parking

  • No general match day parking is available

  • Pre-paid Season Parking Passes only (Lower Car Park, 100m from the entrance)

  • Alternative parking at Quarryfield Road (NE8 3AE) – 20-minute walk, approx. £5.70 for up to 12 hours

Season Ticket Holders can enjoy discounted travel via the NUW Magpie Mover – more info here.

What to Expect

After scanning in at your allocated turnstile, explore everything the stadium has to offer. Our match days are family-friendly and full of activities both on and off the pitch.

Food & Drink Indoor Concourse Outlets

Enjoy match day favourites including:

  • Pies, sausage rolls, chips and hot dogs

  • Hot & soft drinks

  • Alcoholic drinks (which you can enjoy at your seat thanks to the Drinking in the Bowl scheme)

Main Reception

  • Cheese toasties and pizza slices

Pitch side Fan Zone

  • Ramble & Roast: premium coffee, hot chocolate & sweet treats

  • Amy’s Ices: yes, even in winter!

  • Ramside Food Van: burgers, chips, pulled pork and more

  • NEW this game, Crepe Expectations: Sweet and savoury crepes

Merchandise

Visit our retail team at:

  • South end of the concourse

  • Mick Thornton Suite

Accessibility: Wheelchair users can access all areas via the lift down the corridor towards the Sports Hall. Stewards will assist.

Entertainment

  • Meet mascots Monty & Maggie around the entrances and trackside fan zone

  • Complimentary face painting currently situated in the Mick Thornton Suite

  • Join the craft zone in the Mick Thornton Suite to make your own friendship bracelet or take some time out to colour – a perfect quieter space during the match too.

  • Match day music throughout the stadium

Panini Sticker Swap Shop

Bring your swaps! Our Panini sticker station will be running throughout the day. No sticker book yet? Pick one up on site. Join us in Room 9 off the concourse this match.

Matchday Programmes

Available at:

  • North & South entrances to the Tyne & Wear Stand

  • Retail stand in Mick Thornton Suite

  • Limited copies at main reception

Key Timings

  • 11:00 – Box Office opens

  • 12:30 – Gates open (face paint, crafts, Panini Swap Shop, Monty & Maggie)

  • 13:15 – Players warm up

  • 14:00 – Kick-off

  • 14:45 – Half-time (approx.)

  • 15:45 – Full-time (approx.)

Watching from Home?

Catch the action live on the WSL2 YouTube Channel.

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