Newcastle United Women secure 3-0 win over Burnley in WSL2
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 9, 2026, 8:00 AM
Last updated Nov 9, 2026
Newcastle United Women achieved a 3-0 victory against Burnley Women at St James’ Park on November 9, maintaining their lead in the Barclays WSL2. Goals from Kathleen McGovern, an own goal by Deanna Cooper, and a second from Martha Thomas highlighted a dominant performance. Newcastle controlled the match, holding 60% possession and limiting Burnley to no shots on target. The Lasses continue to show strong promotion ambitions following this comprehensive win.
- •Newcastle dominates possession with 60% during the match.
- •Kathleen McGovern scores first goal in the 11th minute.
- •Martha Thomas nets her ninth goal of the season.
- •Newcastle recorded 22 attempts on goal compared to Burnley's four.
- •The victory emphasizes Newcastle's defensive strength with a clean sheet.
- 8:00 AMYahoo Sports — Newcastle United Women Hit Burnley For 3 To Main Top Spot In WSL2
"Kathleen McGovern and Martha Thomas struck at St James’ Park as the Lasses dismantled Burnley, delivering a dominant statement of intent to bolster their promotion ambitions.
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