Newcastle secure Beth Lumsden's future after impressive start to the season

Beth Lumsden has signed a new contract with Newcastle United Women ahead of Sunday's derby at Sunderland.

The 27-year-old has four goals and six assists in nine appearances this season, with her form also earning a first Scotland call-up for their World Cup play-off final against Sweden.

Lumsden feels at home at Newcastle

Speaking after signing her new deal, Lumsden said:

"It's a special club to be at, so I'm really happy to be staying. It's important for me to feel settled off the pitch, and I certainly feel settled on it now.

"We've got a good group of the girls, and the coaching staff are wicked. The ambitions align with mine, the club are backing us and it's an exciting time to be here."

Lumsden has scored 21 goals in 67 appearances since arriving in January 2024. That includes both goals in a 2-1 win over Sunderland during our first season in the second tier.

Oxtoby sees more to come

Tanya Oxtoby believes Lumsden still has plenty to offer, saying:

"Her form at the start of this season has just highlighted the quality that she has and just how big a role she still has to play for Newcastle United Women.

"She still wants to learn and develop every day, and I am looking forward to helping her and working with her on that journey."

Lumsden was involved again in Sunday's 3-0 win over Burnley at St James' Park, sending in the cross that led to Deanna Cooper's own goal before setting up Martha Thomas for our third.

That result kept Newcastle unbeaten at the top of WSL2, with six wins and a draw from seven league games.

The Lasses now head to the Stadium of Light on Sunday, with Lumsden's future settled before she faces a side she has already enjoyed scoring against.