We round-up all the key information ahead of Durham Women’s clash with Newcastle United in the Barclays Women’s Championship…
Match Details
- Fixture: Durham v Newcastle United
- Date: Sunday 16th March 2025
- Kick-off time: 12pm
- Competition: Barclays Women’s Championship
- Venue: Maiden Castle, Durham, DH1 3SE
The Visitors
- Newcastle romped to the FA Women’s National League Northern Division title last season – clinching a place in the Barclays Women’s Championship for the first time
- And it’s been a strong start to life in the second tier for Becky Langley’s side, who currently sit seventh in the table – with games in hand on all of the teams above them
- The Magpies’ last outing saw them beat Bristol City after a thrilling encounter, keeping their promotion hopes alive
- Indeed, Langleys’ troops have lost just twice in the league all season
- Key to that form has been summer signing Shania Hayles, who has netted nine league goals since her arrival from Bristol City
- Beth Lumsden has also been in fine form and has five goals to her name
Last Meeting
- The two sides last met in October, where Durham snatched victory at the death
- Mollie Lambert’s late goal was enough to seal a 1-0 win for the Blues at Kingston Park
Kit Colours
- Durham outfield: Blue Shirts / Blue Shorts / Blue Socks
- Durham goalkeeper: Turquoise Shirts / Black Shorts / Turquoise Socks
- Newcastle outfield: Black & White Shirts / Black Shorts / Black Socks
- Newcastle goalkeeper: Pink Shirts / Pink Shorts / Pink Socks
Match Officials
- This weekend’s match referee is Abby Dearden
- She last refereed Durham in our Barclays Women’s Championship home game against Watford last season – where the Hornets ran-out 2-0 winners
- She will be assisted by Daniel Sykes and Julia Kings
- Thomas Parsons will be the Fourth Official.
Ticket Details
- Tickets for this game remain available – but must be booked online. No tickets will be available on the turnstile on the day of the game.
- CLICK HERE to get your tickets via our online ticketing site, but be quick – only limited numbers remain!
Fan Guide
- A full Fan Guide ahead of the game can be accessed HERE!
- This includes details on parking, access, the ground itself, merchandise, programmes and more!
Broadcast Information
- This game has been selected for broadcast and can be watched via the Barclays Women’s Championship YouTube channel
- Durham Hospitals Radio will have live commentary from John Middleton.
- Coverage will begin at 11:55am on dhradio.org.uk
- Social media coverage is available via all the club’s channels – X, Instagram and Facebook.
- Highlights will be available from Noon on the day following the game.

