Nobbs says promotion would be 'job done' in career

What the report says

Jordan Nobbs says helping Newcastle United win promotion to the Women’s Super League would feel like the final major milestone in her career. In comments to BBC Sport, the former Arsenal midfielder described that outcome as “job done” after an accomplished playing career that has included England caps and numerous trophies. Nobbs joined Newcastle last year as a headline signing and said the club’s aim remains to reach the top flight for the first time.

BBC Sport reported that the 33-year-old, who was born in Durham and began her career at Sunderland, sees the project as especially meaningful because it would lift a North East side back into the professional spotlight. She said Newcastle have made progress after a first season in which they finished sixth in the second tier, but added that the team need to keep improving after too many draws held them back.

The article also notes that Newcastle have been active in the transfer market and are working under manager Tanya Oxtoby, whose background includes spells with Northern Ireland and Chelsea. Nobbs said the squad is being open about its promotion ambitions and that the club should not drift away from the standards it set last season.

Beyond the immediate promotion chase, Nobbs said she is also embracing a leadership role on and off the pitch. Newcastle begin their season at home to Wolves on 6 September.