Newcastle close to a sensation. Manchester City won on neck to neck penalties

Newcastle United Women stage thrilling comeback to draw 3–3 with Manchester City Women in the Subway Women’s League Cup

In a wild Group A clash at Gateshead International, Newcastle United Women shocked Manchester City Women with a 3–3 draw, defying expectations and earning their first point of the campaign.

Despite the shoot-out loss, Newcastle can take heart from their resilience and fight-back against a top-tier side. And City will know that they must tighten up defensively if they’re to secure top spot in the group.