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rumours and more rumours
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I have a fairly lowly opinion about rumours but I also recognize the Toon Army wants to hear of commentary that I can substantiate to at least a “moderate” chance. I wish at this time I could fill you with a collection of exciting “possible events” but unfortunately I cannot and in-fact two media somewhat [...]
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Obafemi Martins shows professionals pride
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Through the balance of Newcastle’s match against Middlesbrough, Obafemi Martins was unquestionably the major attacking threat including his left-footed drive that beat ‘Boro keeper Ross Turnbull but clanged off the the cross-bar. However twenty-minutes after the break thirty-three year-old veteran Mark Viduka was brought on for him. Naturally there was a series of rationale reasons [...]
Category: Team Newsstubborn Magpies hold Middlesbrough to scoreless draw
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The Tyne-Tees derby ended in a scoreless draw at a fog-embraced Riverside Stadium. Whilst Gareth Southgate’s ‘Boro side controlled much of the play after the break, the Magpie’s displayed a stubborn defensive side that would not allow the final touch. As per usual (or is it a “given”) Republic of Ireland international Shay Given came [...]
Category: Team NewsTyne-Tees derby match preview
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The fifteenth week of the season has Newcastle off to tangle with Middlesbrough at Riverside in the 120th Tyne-Tees derby. With the Magpies third from the bottom of the table, every match is of critical importance and why this might seem peculiar to say given the clubs position in the table, there is reason for [...]
Category: Team NewsDamien Duff and Shola Ameobi doubtful for ‘Boro
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Heading into the weekend’s match-up against Middlesbrough it appears that the Magpies will be without Damien Duff and Shola Ameobi who were both injured during practice yesterday.
Joe Kinnear said of the injuries:
“We’ll have to wait and see, but both players are doubtful at the moment
“We don’t know if they’ll be fit enough but we’ll know [...]
Category: Team NewsJoe Kinnear to lead
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Official word out of St James’ Park is that Joe Kinnear has been handed the reigns for the season. Managing Director Derek Llambias said of the situation: “Joe has done an excellent job since coming to the Club and everyone is delighted that he has agreed to remain in charge for the rest of the [...]
Category: Team Newsand now Steven Taylor?
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It seems things are slowly falling in line for the Magpies as along with the return of Mark Viduka, Steven Taylor looks healthy and ready to go for this Saturdays match-up against Middlesbrough at Riverside. The U21 England captain has been out since injuring his groin in the Aston Villa match but may have a [...]
Category: Team Newsyeah but Joe meant that in a good way
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Following Joe Kinnear’s comments that official Martin Atkinson call in the November 9th match Fulham was “Mickey Mouse”, the FA has charged with improper conduct.
Returning to the match, Joe Kinnear believed that a defender Claudio Cacapa was fouled by Andrew Johnson and said after the match:
“Cacapa was on the ball and Johnson completely pushes him [...]
Category: Team NewsMark Viduka back!!!
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Yes its true, the Aussie hit-man might be a part of the squad that will face Middlesbrough at Riverside Stadium this Saturday. With the Magpie’s teetering in the dreaded final relegation spot the return of Mark Viduka will have an enormous impact. Joe Kinnear said of his possible return:
“He’s not far off it, I can [...]
Category: Team NewsCharles N’Zogbia is not going anywhere
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With rumours swirling that Charles N’Zogbia is returning to PSG, Joe Kinnear has stated emphatically that the France U21 will be staying a Magpie:
“I’ve read reports suggesting Charles is a player I’m looking to sell during the transfer window. I don’t know who puts these stories out, but it’s just nonsense. We’ve got a big [...]
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