JK Rants Spur Magpies

Joe Kinnear infamous rant on the journalist last Thursday is "THE" ultra- thumbs up, in my opinion, and it certainly shows in the squad.

The interim gaffer's rant has taken the pressure off the players and the magpies has been performing one of the best comebacks so far this season.

The newcastle team who went from 2 goals down to draw 2-2 at Goodison Park last Sunday ( a coverage which I failed to cover during the busy time s of a week or so :P ), is a great sign of relieve and character to the squad.

The squad look a bit better by counter attacking and not afraid to move forward.
Even unpopular striker Shola Ameobi had a good day out, showing the glimpse of what he used to be under Glenn Roeder.

It's good now as the international break settles in and although I was quite dissapoint to hear the headlines that Micheal Owen is omitted from the England squad but it is a good sign as he will be fit against Man City without the Toon Army to worry of any injury to come out of the star player.

Joe Kinnear has ceratinly shaped the Magpies and definately I am one that is looking forward to the Monday's game against Man City.

Howay The Lads.

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Magpies Great Display Unable To Prevent Defeat

The Magpies put up a great second half display in front of 45 000 fans and also interim manager Joe Kinear but was not able to prevent yet another defeat on the day.

Blackburn wrapped the show at half time with 2 goals by Christopher Samba and Roque Santa Cruz but pull one back on the penalty spot converted by skipper Micheal Owen.

Joe Kinear wasn't in- charge till Monday (though my previous post might say otherwise) did give the lads a pep talk on half time which spur a great performance on the second half.

Joe will be taking charge on the first team beginning on Monday will have his work cut in inspiring the lads to put a performance in front of the crowd just like the one we see on the second half.

Hopefully results will pull in and we expect to see stability in the team and hopefully good results to pull in the future.

Final score - Newcastle 1 Blackburn Rovers 2

Joe Kinnear Is New Manager !

Former Wimbledon, Luton Town and Nottingham Forest manager Joe Kinear has been appointed by the board as an interim manager till October.

The 61 year old has vast of experience on his side and hopefully he can managed to steer the players from the doom and gloom in the camp.

The contract was said to be ended in late October (about 5 weeks) and hopefully by that time as well Mike Ashley could sell the club and the new owners can get some REAL stability for the club.

We wish Joe the very best of luck and hopefully the players backed the new interim manager starting with the EPL match this Saturday against Blackburn Rovers.

Terry Venables Snubbed Magpies

Former England manager has declined the offer by the board to take Newcastle Utd hotseat as an interim manager.

Tel was quoted as it was an easy option to refuse as he wasn't happy with the short-term role he have to take in guiding the Magpies.

Venables preferred a longer role at the club and he will so called surplus to requirements once Mike Ashely sell off the club.

Given the commitment, as in Kevin Keegan, both show great enthusiasm in guiding the fallen Magpies but concerning uncertainty in the club, we could understand the reason for the snub.

Next manager ..... line up ...

Magpies Downed Again

Carling cup has been the target of caretaker boss Chris Hughton but as the dark clouds hovering Newcastle Utd ..... it was simply not meant to be.

Reigning champions Spurs defeated the Magpies by 2-1 at St.James Park which capped another disappointing display from the Toon camp.

Only 20 ,000 odd fans turn up (the lowest since the time Osvaldo Ardilles was in-charge) for the game; a game going to a disappointing night for everyone and hopefully to be forgotten in the future.

Two goals from Spurs summer signing Roman Pavlyuchenko killed us and a consolation by Micheal Owen was enough to save the Black and WHites on the night.

To make matters worse, striker Obafemi Martins injured his knee and results has shown that he will be out for at least 6 weeks.

The team looks desperate enough and we hope the board take swift action in appointing an interim manager soon.

Hammer At Upton Park

Newcastle Utd went down 3-1 at Upton Park and capped another miserable performance on the day.

The off-field turmoil has seriously need to be sorted out as the team looks directionless on the field.

Newcastle Utd fielded Claudio Cacapa in midfield and the guy just looks clueless in the center.

The Magpies get a consolation on the 67th minute through Micheal Owen but the support he's is getting is inadequate and that's why King Kev mentioned that bodies need to more in the team.

In his things were to carry on like this, you can Newcastle in the Championship next season (not being negative but it kinda look that way).

Damien Duff Boost For Magpies

Good news for the Magpies as Damien Duff is expected to return tomorrow against West Ham.

The much improved winger is a big boost to the injury-plagued squad as a total of 8 first-team players will be out of tomorrow's league action against West Ham Utd at Upton Park.

We will also expect new signings Xisco and Nacho Gonzalez to be in the first eleven as well.

With injuries and suspensions mounting, the squad indeed look thin and this has been expressed by King Kev all along though snubbed to the face by the board.

We are expecting a draw the very least and hopefully the performance is much better than the one displayed against Hull City.

Alan Smith Injured .... AGAIN

Our hopeless striker Alan Smith injured himself again.

That's nothing new as the striker has yet to play a competitive match this season.
The striker, who at one time was Everton bound, reveals he requires surgery to repair a stress fracture of his foot.

The striker will be out for 3 months and likely to be out the door come January if he failed to get in the starting line-up of the team.

As all Newcastle fans would say "Taxi for Alan Smith".

If he indeed leave Tyneside in the January transfer window he won;t be missed.

Mike Ashley Returns Pointless

Newcastle Utd owner Mike Ashley's actions and directions of Newcastle Utd have been more twisted than ever.

The Newcastle owner was spotted in a bar at Dubai enjoying with his crew of directors and not negotiating broking deals with potential buyers.

The actions that Ashley's taken are slammed by the suitors as being the laughing stock of the country. Setting a non-negotiable price of £481 million is something of a barrier, behaving horrendously in the month of Ramadan in a Muslim country is another.

With the squad and training staff reduced to the thin line, it looks to see what happens in Newcastle especially these few days.

The situation is getting out of hand and Mike Ashley has indeed broken the record of being the worst owner in Newcastle's history.

Now the lads have to buck up and hopefully get something out the match against West Ham at Upton Park. The situation right now is unbearable for a Newcastle United fan .... thanks to screw up owner.

Zabeel Agree To Buy Magpies

Dubai property investment company, Zabeel Investments, agreed to to buy the Newcastle United for £300m according to reports.

Mike Ashley and board director members Dennis Wise and Tony Jimenez are currently in Dubai to find potential buyers after Mike Ashley bowed down to fans plea to sell the club.

Since this issue errupted there's been a lot of un-neccessary rumors flying around, but we certainly hope that this issue would finally be put to rest and stabilise the north-east club.

The owner has been in the wrong headlines of every media coverage lately and hope this agreement could put an end to the Toon misery.

Zabeel Investments, under Al Hashimi, is said to re-appoint Kevin Keegan on the deal has been brokered and if this is particular true we hope King Kev can bring the motivation and work ethic in the dressing room up.

It has been the worst performance so far last Saturday which I believe should be something that we should put off to rest.

Hope the deal could be done quickl cause we need stability back at St.James and we need new bodies come the January transfer window. Howay The Lads......

Gutrie Faces Lengthy Ban

Frustrations has boiled over the young lad and sequently the consequences will start to pour in.

Newcastle midfielder, Danny Gutrie was sent off in the 95th minute from the match against Hull City and to make things worse he had broken Hull City's Craig Fagan's leg in the match.

With the outrage of Hulll City boss Phil Brown, the FA will be considering to extend Danny's ban from the existing 3 matches.

Guthrie issued an apology yesterday and was trying to contact Fagan personally but that was being blocked by Hull staff.

And worse news also came in as Argentine winger Jonas Gutierrez will be out for 3 weeks after being injured during international duty.

Jonas has a dislocated shoulder and is having treatment in his hometown with Newcastle's permission.

Mike Ashley To Sell Newcastle Utd

If we were to read the back pages of Sunday's newpapers in England, a lot of stories about NUFC has popped out (not too surprising though).

I mean the protests and other fans reaction is one thing but what particularly grab my attention is that the owner has finally give up on Newcastle.

Whether it's true or not has yet to be seen, but I was kinda despised by the article that came out from "News Of The World" claiming that Mike Ashley was doing everything in his power to bring the club forward.

From the standpoint at the moment, hey, maybe it's true cause we did not want to be another Leeds United, cashing on high profile names and wages but to think the incident that occur this past few weeks is it really him and his actions that can bring this club forward?

The sale of up-and-coming young talent in James Milner (for example) and the issue where the entire squad put out for sale, what's happening?

Maybe, Mike do have a business plan (a long term strategy) for the club but his board of so-called directors that he entrusted to do the job is swindling the club every minute of it.

It doesn't surprised why the fans are so annoyed cause the PR is as bad as well.

We need football minded people back in the boardroom..... people like David Dein or Kevin Keegan for example cause now the mismanagement of the club is leading everyone clueless to which direction the club is heading.

News also popped out that a local based consortium and a Chinese businessman is ready to cash in on the the club if eventually Mike decided to put the club on sale.

Anyway what a week to remember for the Toon Army ... hopefully good news will come within the next few days.

Magpies Downed By Tigers

It couldn't get any worse for the Magpies as they went down 1-2 at home against Hull City who took full advantage of the off-field situation of the Tyneside club.

New boy Xisco managed to pull one back on his debut but it couldn't salvaged the despair as Marlon King King has put Hull 2-0 up by the hour.

Even the owner, Mike Ashley and directors weren't there to even witness the match; pathetic response undermining even more backlash from the fans.

Only managing director, Derek Llambias who weren't seem too interested was left alone facing the music on the directors box.

Newcastle Utd needs to solve their off-field problems fast and watching by the standards yesterday, it's quite hard to believe that they can even last the whole Premiership season !

Newcastle Utd vs Hull City (Preview)

Newcastle Utd takes on Hull CIty in a pulsating encounter today at St.James Park.

With tensions running high against owner Mike Ashley and the thought of protestors marching thru the City Square of Tyneside, today might another day to remember for Toon supporters at the north-east of England.


Newcastle Utd has gone through a horrid few weeks with Kevin Keegan's resignation, the highlight of changes and despair for the Toon Army.

WIth all the highlight reels to the ground, caretaker, Chris Hughton will take charge today together with fellow coaches Richard Money and Alan Thompson.

We expect a win to cool the air at St. James Park and we are fully supported of the players field in the line-up today.

Newcastle Utd Is Tops In Injury List

Things can't get any worse for the Magpies ... currently we are top again in the injury standings.

Being a barely thin squad, it is one of the worse thing that could happen to this club.

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Gutierrez Injured In International Duty

Spiderman, Jonas Gutierrez, suffered a dislocated shoulder on his international duty match against Peru in Lima which ended 1-1.

Jonas is a revelation in the Magpies camp and his injury will means he will miss the home match game against Hull City cum this Saturday afternoon.

Newcastle has also lost left back, Jose Enrique, due to a hamstring injury he picked up against Arsenal which means he will be out in a couple of weeks.

Caretaker coach, Chris Hughton has reveled that the Magpies squad are focused in performing their duties this Saturday and though the past week has been unsettling for them, the squad has behave professionally and perform their training diligently.

It should be an interesting encounter with news that owner Mike Ashley and executive director Dennis Wise won't be at St.James Park to watch the match.

Gus Poyet Dismiss Hot Seat Talk

Spurs No2, Gustavo Poyet, has dismissed talk on taking over Tyneside.
This is confirmed by the man himself stating there's no truth to these rumors.

Poyet was assistant to Dennis Wise during their time Swindon and Leeds. He is also the next door neighbor of Tony Jimenez, Newcastle's another director.

Poyet said: “It’s very clear it’s nothing at all, I’m very happy here. I’ve had almost a year back at the club with Juande Ramos.

“This is just speculation and it’s all too easy because of my relationship with Dennis Wise.

"It’s nothing to worry about and all I intend to do is relax and continue with my job.”

With this speculation subsides all eyes will be towards Didier Deschamp another of Wise counterparts but it may likely go down the drain as the Frenchman is likely to succeed the French national team hotseat if they were to fall gainst Serbia tonight.

Newcastle Utd Or Londeners Juniors?

It's becoming a fact since the appointment of Mike Ashley, the pride of the north-east club has been ripped apart from the inside.

Newcastle United, the pride of the north of England, has become another London club in the making.

It started with Mike Ashley (London), Chris Mort (London) and Dennis Wise (another London).

No offense to the people down south, but this is Newcastle Utd. The running of the north-east style where entertaining football is all of the best.

With reports that Gustavo Poyet taking over the hot-seat (mainly due to that bloke Dennis Wise), Newcastle will either looked to be another Spurs in the making (Chris Hughton is retained as first team coach) or the old fashion Chelsea (before the russian revolution).

Another bloke, the managing director, Derek Llambias, is another "London calling" director who doesn't know how to manage a football club. I think he should return to West Ham as that club is in turmoil too.

Ray Gooding Joins Newcastle Utd

Ray Gooding will join Newcastle Utd academy staff come this Saturday.

The former midlands coach will now play a big role  where he will oversee the introduction of football community programme in school and also recruitment of 8 till 11 year olds for the Newcastle Academy.

Gooding left Coventry City where he discovered players like Gary McSheffrey, Calum Davenport and Chris Kirkland.

He will be joined with Richard Money and with fans belving the timing of this appoiintment is not ideal ..... we can now more new faces, mostly not Tynesiders, be introduced in Newcastle Utd new management system.

Terry Mac & Adam Sadler Gets The Sack

The Newcastle are getting to be more a nuisance as the days goes by with the sacking of 2 great coaches in Terry McDermott and Adam Sadler.

The two was told to St. James Park instead of the training ground and though some sources claimed that they left Newcastle .....  most think otherwise.

Terry Mac, a former player himself,  has a very long relationship with the club dated back during the Keegan glory days back in 1992.

Adam Sadler, one of the upcoming coaches, has done an excellent job in the reserve team arena.

The two, ally to Keegan, are said to be ridden by the board playing a ploy of ultra no-nonsense approach as the message to others in Newcastle.

The board have come in heavy critism from the media, LMA, Toon Army and managers alike are confirm they will stand by their grounds and not perform any re-structuring.

Fans have already voiced thier discontent and who knows what will happen when all hell breaks loose this Saturday against Hull City.

Fans Don't Care Next Manager

It looks as if the Newcastle Utd faithful has an once of care on whoever takes over the hot seat.

Eversince King Kev left and resigned as manager of Newcastke Utd Football Club, they is a silent death in the mood at Tyneside.

Although names had been thrown in to takeover the hotseat, the Newcastle fans care less in the developments.

Names which have so far been highly linked are Gianfranco Zola, Gustavo Poyet, Didier Deschamps, Gianlucca Vialli (all formerly Chelsea team-mates of Dennis Wise), Fatih Terim, Marcelino and Slaven Bilic.

As a fan myself, I couldn't care less of the managerial position, or should I say, "Head Coach" seat for the Magpies.

The board will receive a wrath for the Newcastle faithful come this Saturday against Hull and it will be one day out to remember.

War Of Words Getting Ugly

It's getting pretty ugly by the minute as the Newcastle Utd board and departed manager Kevin Keegan is locking heads in the press as the aftermath of King Kev's resignation saga continues.

As what I can see the situation is really out of hand and one wonders (especially the Newcastle Utd fans) thinking when is this club going to stabilize.

Keegan's had hit back recently to claims by the Newcastle board he understands his role and responsibilities and he is solely in-charge of transfer targets as with the assistance of Dennis Wise.

King Kev hit back where he is unaware on the dealings that has gone behind his back and that his duties has been strapped to a mere "head coach".

The fans however backed King Kev, but in reality no-one, except those in the boardroom knows what is going on back then.

Tyneside has now becoming the media attention of the world and we hope that everything settle down as soon as possible. Remember, the Hull game is approaching.

Backlash and news of boycott by fans will not actually help the team and we hope that this issue is resolved.

Till the sun settles down, we hope the board can make significant changes because all these events are not helping anyone any good.

Shearer Rule Himself Out

The golden son of Tyneside, Alan Shearer, has rule himself out of the running as Newcastle Utd's next manager.

The legendary striker claimed that it is difficult to manage the club without giving the power to manage the players, contracts and transfer negotiation.

Newcastle Utd has been testing the so-called "Continental" approach to football management which has found success in teams like Real Madrid, AC Milan and more others. However it is not really the proven formula that could really bring success. Just look at Man Utd. They are one the most successful club in the world; yet without a technical director controlling transfer targets.

Mike Ashley really need to restructure Newcastle Utd again or all hope is gone.

Remember when the time he bought shares from Sir John Hall. He said he is bringing this club forward but what we see now is shatters of glass from a broken mirror.

The management hierarchy is totally in a mess and that starts with Derek Llambias who is giving no PR at all to the fans. If he thinks Newcastle Utd is just another casino, he can jolly well FUCK OFF from Tyneside and let David Dein or some other capable chairman takeover.

This shit is for real and just like the LMA puts it " Sort out the mess " .

12 Match Ban For Joey

Newcastle Utd midfielder, Joey Barton, has been sentenced to a 12 match ban.

Joey will be serving a 6 match suspension; a further 6 matches depending on his conduct. This will end by the season 2009/2010. A fine of £25K was also imposed in the sentence.

Joey wasn't accompanied by departed manager Kevin Keegan who had resigned from his post as Newcastle manager.

As seen in the circumstances of the sentence imposed, Joey Barton should a lot to be grateful for ..... a punishment which is not heavy as it was first forseen.

Unfortunately though, he won't be playing under King Kev when he returns and he put on the jersey with pride for whoever he is playing under.

Kevin Keegan Resigns

After much speculation going on in this saga, Kevin Keegan had no choice but to resign as Newcastle Utd's manager.

This situation has saw the Premier League lost 2 managers in a week with the same reason - over ruled by the presence by the so-called Technical Directors.

This saga has cast a dark cloud on Tyneside, with Managing Director Derek Llambias giving no pushovers over the messiah's cause.

There will be huge anger by the fans around Tyneside, even the world.

Official statement has come from the club's official website but I, personally, not keen by the statement given - it's as if the board are trying to get rid of Keegan out of Tyneside all the while.

Question now ..... who will take over Newcastle Utd with all these fiasco going on? I can bet there's no manager who wanted their players dealings on the back ...... wouldn't they?

Backlash will be clearly be seen during next week's Hull game on Tyneside which can summon more unwanted attention for this famous club.

Skipper Owen To Lead Players Revolt

Our skipper Micheal Owen has been understood leading a dressing room revolt against the board. This is due to the confusion surrounding Kevin Keegan's position at the club.

The gaffer is a popular figure amongst the players, the dressing room staff and fans.

This confusion has led everyone, including the players, asking questions to what is going on with the club.

Kevin Keegan did not turn up for training at Benton for 3 days now, understandably sorting up his future with the club.

The dressing room is said to be in a gloom and angry mood with the board and we can understand why.

The sooner the board sort out this mess the better.

We don't want to loose players like Owen in the future and he already stated he is happy on Tyneside. We await developments ........

Kevin Issue Ultamium

Showdown talks between Kevin Keegan and the board continued today at an unknown location in Manchester to resolve the current crisis that is being plaguing the club recently.

It is understood from an insider that Kevin issued an ultimatum to board; either Wise and Jimenez goes or else.

A strong one by the gaffer who is facing one of the difficult weeks of his life as a manager.

Whether or not Kevin will get what he wants, is yet to be seen.

The power struggle between Kevin Keegan and the directors have gone overboard with news leaking out that every Newcastle Utd player could be bought during the last transfer window; some thing Kevin wasn't aware of at that time.

It seems logic that a manager should take control of the team affairs, he's the one who field them every match day and keep them shape up in training.

What is happening now is that there are dealings behind the back of Kevin's (ins and outs) and Kevin job is reduced to a mere coaching role; something which is simply unheard of.

The situation now is getting worse, clubs hiring Technical directors will end up managers getting the sack or leave. Alan Curbishley is one fine example as he left West Ham due to a behind the scene politics.

For the love of the game, owners or chairman or directors should give the manager power to build his team ...... I'm not saying on behalf of our club but as a whole. You don't see Alex Ferguson, Arsene Wenger or Rafael Benitez getting their powers taken .... don't you.

As fans we want this issue to be settle fast, it's no use having Newcastle Utd on the press for the wrong reasons.

Toon Army Staged Protest

The Toon Army are the most fanatical football fans in the country , not to mentioned the world, staged a protest over the incidents that led to the dark of managerial position of Kevin Keegan.

This is not been the first and certainly not the last of protest and boycott by the Toon Army and to be fair enough the club's PR is terrible.

To be issuing a statement that 24 hours late, keeping the fans hype with questions isn't good enough.

Unlike previous chairman Chris Mort, Derek Llambias is absolutely rubbish. The managing director did less to clarify the ongoing scenes that is making Newcastle Utd, yet another laughing club of the country.

My point is, Newcastle Utd is just having to much politics behind the scene and the board is like back-stabbing one another, so to speak.

Kevin Keegan is the victim of management politics where he is in no control over the players, wages and transfers. The board is set for another meeting today and hopefully good news will come.

Kevin Keegan is still Newcastle Utd's manager according to club and the LMA.

The video below is some the scenes that happen yesterday.
Keegan is NUFC ........ If Keegan left, it is TAXI for the board .............

Kevin's Leaving ....... Unthinkable

Rumours has been pouring down Tyneside after an urgent meeting held by the board recently. Though reports has been suggesting it has nothing to do with transfer targets, I think it is more deeper than that.

King Kev has been disappointed (like we all are) with the lack of transfer activity and funds given surrounding Tyneside. As we can see clearly most of the targets the club has deal are south-american players and some some we never heard of.

I believe Kev's has got no power in getting these players and potential sources came from the executive team ; which in my opinion has deprived King Kev's of "HIS" targets.

Although the gaffer has come out speaking to the media that he is comfotable and all that, behind the scenes, we might know what actually happen.

Kevin has already stated he wanted 4 or 5 signings to come in before the transfer window closes and what did he get ...... 2 signings from an unknown potential. Kevin has defended his say to keep James Milner but unfortunately he was kinda "forced" to do otherwise.

And the future looks glum with our skipper's contract still hanging in balance, the thin squad and not to imagine the amount of injured players the club is carrying.

If Kev did actually leave, I don't blame him, but the board will be given a huge "TAXI" by the magpies faithful.

Depotivo Star Striker Close In On Deal

Xisco, the Deportivo star striker, is said to be closing in on a deal worth £5.7 million acording to reports.

Though the deal is not yet done, sources close to the club is said that they are now reaching advance talks.

That happen also last week when officials of Deportivo also mentioned that Xisco was in fact had advance talks with Aston Villa as well.

One thing for sure, this deal will definately benefit the Magpies although we had to feel sorry for the Deportivo fans.

If the deal gets through, Xisco will be joined yet again with former Deportivo team-mate Fabricio Collocini in the Newcastle's camp.

We definately hope this deal come through and fast......

The Nacho Is Here !

Reports from Valencia has claimed that their Uruguayan playmaker Ignacio "Nacho" Gonzalez has agreed to join the Magpies on a year loan.

"Nacho" has he always been known is a central midfielder will add creativity in the Newcastle team and we are expecting him to "WOW" us.

Though it has not been reported in Newcastle's official site, but Valencia Vice-President Fernando Gomez has since announced it at the Spanish press.

This deal is said to be done and more coming right up .......

Smith Merseyside Bound

Another first team player, Alan Smith, is said to have agree terms with Everton over a potential move to Merseyside.

David Moyes is a keen admirer of the former Leeds player who could be on his way pending a medical.

With so much quality in King Kev's new recruits, it will be a near impossible chance for Alan Smith to be a first team regular.

I think it's best for Smith and Newcastle to have this transfer done.

And I cannot who will be coming in to replace Smith who will be surplus to requirements at St.James Park.

Time is ticking fast ......... for the transfer and I hope we get some ins rather than more outs :)

Magpies Gunned Down

Newcastle Utd suffered a defeat at Arsenal and suggesting new recruits are badly needed at St. James Park.

After the transfer of James Milner the other day, Newcastle has lost a bit of bite on midfield.

2 goals from Robin Van Persie and another coming from Denielson made a misery of a warm afternoon for the traveling supporters, which owner Mike Ashley amongst the crowd.

Joey Barton was introduced on the pitch in the second half but the scoreline remains till the end.

Kevin Keegan has already announced about 3 ~ 4 players coming in by the transfer dateline and we'll see who comes through the doors.

Emirates Game Preview

Newcastle United travel to the capital for an intense game against Arsene Wenger's youth camp in today's pulsating encounter at the Emirates stadium.

Fit again Micheal Owen will be leading the Magpies to the frontline as they prepared themselves against one of the big four in the Premiership.


Steven Taylor has recovered from injury which means he is likely to start after being rested against midweek Carling Cup opposition, Coventry City at the Ricoh Arena.

Damien Duff, Obafemi Martins, Mark Viduka, Shola Ameobi are all nursing injuries. Surprise recall also to midfielder Joey Barton to side but he's more likely to be on the bench.

Hope it will be 3rd time lucky for King Kev this time around.

James Milner Is The New Villain

James Milner has completed his transfer to Aston Villa for a fee of £9 million.

The former Leeds winger had handed a transfer request last Wednesday is said to be unsettled following the board's refusal on renewing his current contract which has 3 years left to go.

James did enjoy a good loan spell at Aston Villa during the time Greame Souness was in-charge.

Although King Kev did his best to keep the player, it is beyond his reach to grab hold of the wantaway winger.

With barebones now, King Kev will now have to look forward to Saturday for the game against Arsenal at the Emirates hoping to be 3rd time lucky.

With all the gloom, it's time to move on .....

Maybe there's a silver lining to all this catastrophes ......

Transfer Goings Still Too Slow

With all the fuss about James Milner leaving, something that is common in every newspaper, there's not ongoing on who is coming in to Newcastle.

This is something which pisses a lot of the Tyneside faithful who at the moment doesn't have a clue on what is going on in the club.

The club's PR is terrible indeed, with the executive board and the owner did little to clarify their statement on the club situation.

As fans and customers of the club, the board should immediately made known to fans with precise statements and clarification on the current agendas, at least, not making the fans confused with so much speculation from the press.

Unlike Chris Mort who previously held the ranks, did justice by informing the public and clarifying the situation on the on-goings of the club.

Although reports kept flying in like Florent Malouda, Karim Zayette, Marouane Felliani and others who might or might not joined the club.

King Kev should be in the most terrible position in the world right now as he is unable to bring in the numbers for his paper thin squad.

As far as the "WOW" signing is concern, the only i think we will get is there is air in Tyneside and King Kev walked out (which is the most terrible thing I can think of the moment) :P .

The club need to sort their PR status and if Mike Ashley thinks that making Newcastle a really private affair(remember Newcastle moved from PLC to private after Mike Ashley's acquisition), then, as fans, we would rather have someone else that can really put passion to the footballing business than the current.

Milner Wanted Out !

One of our rising stars in the Magpies nest, James Milner, wanted out of Tyneside.

Newcastle's official site release a press statement on Wednesday stating the desire of the player who wanted his future lies away from St. James Park.

A big blow to King Kev, even more to the fans, having seen the player put a string of excellent performance recently which includes his man of the match performance at the Ricoh Arena against Coventry City.

However it is much speculated since last summer that the player has been trying to get higher wage for his contributions and the club has been constantly been quiet about that.

Aston Villa and Liverpool has been hugely interested in the former Leeds winger and if any type of transfer dealings were to be done, we'll knew in the matter of days.

A huge disappointment but if we were to get
£10 million or more on the player, I say it's best to find someone who have his heart and pride playing for the team and the fans.

Should we let James Milner leave? Love to hear your comments ..........

Carling Cup Win For The Toon (3 - 2)

Newcastle Utd has to scrapped through an injury time winner in the Carling Cup encounter at the Ricoh Arena.

The match was a pulsating one nonetheless with the Magpies making 2 changes from the game against Bolton Wanderers last Saturday.

Jose Enrique and Sebestien Bassong both recalled to the starting line up with strikers Obafemi Martins and Damien Duff forced to be dropped due to injuries.

Newcastle had the better start of the game and were leading 2-0 after 38 minutes through a goal by Charles N Zogbia (21st minute) and a wonder goal by James Milner (38 minute). However the shar grid of the homeside pulled one back before half time through Clinton Morrison.

The second half was just as thrilling and Scott Dane forced the Magpies to extra time with a goal on the 90th minute.

Skipper Micheal Owen was introduced on 71st minute and what an impact he made scoring the winner on extra time at the 97th minute mark. Surely now, Newcastle must sort out the skipper's future with him scoring the winner for the Magpies twice in a row!

Coventry nearly drew level again but the effort by Elliot Ward hit the frame of the bar.

A pulsating night and all I could say is HOWAY THE LADS !!!!!!!

Newcastle's Injury Update

Newcastle will be thin come Tuesday night as they face Championship side Coventry in the Carling Cup second round.

Obafemi Martins and Damien Duff were injured in the match against Bolton Wanderers last Saturday which give Kevin Keegan a big selection headache.

Martins injured his hamstring which means he could be out for 3 weeks, while Duff limped off with a knee problem still remains a doubt.

With skipper Micheal Owen recovering to full fitness and Mark Viduka sideline for an Achilles, the striking department looks to barebones at the moment.

Alan Smith is the most likely one to start with Shola Ameobi still nursing his hamstring he'd picked up during pre-season.

Can King Kev put up a winning side against Coventry?

Drop me a comment.

Newcastle Vs Bolton (Match Highlights)

As I 've watched the matches of both Newcastle's EPL matches, it has been headers by the 2 goals they've scored so far .......

Check out the match highlights below .

Owen Sparks As Trotters Went Down

Micheal Owen sent a warning to the Premiership by the winner for the Magpies in the 1-0 win against Gary Megson's Bolton Wanderers.

Owen who came on as a substitute in the 53rd minute for the injured Obafemi Martins scored within 19 minutes on the pitch to send a packed St.James Park crowd in ecstasy.

Newcastle Utd has been in terrific form lately with Shay Given saving a Kevin Nolan's penalty earlier on.

The victory will also be a strong signal to the owner, Mike Ashley, on get Owen's contract terms sorted out as soon as possible.

The Magpies have now 4 points out of a possible 6; a great start to their Premiership campaign.

St. James Park Ready To Roar (Match Preview)

The Magpies will be welcoming Bolton Wanderers to St. James Park for the first ever home match in the new season.

The Magpies started the campaign brightly last weekend with a great display against holders Man. Utd will be up to the task against a resilient Trotters side managed by Gery Megson.

It will a great contest as our travelers too started off their new Premiership campaign brightly with a win against newly promoted Stoke City by 3 goals to 1.

We've expected the Magpies to come in with a win today, nothing less than that.

Expect another explosive performance from our new recruits Coloccini, Guthrie and Gutierrez although I believe Bassong will be introduced in the match at some point of time.

Howay the lads ..... I expect the Toon will be winning this one comfortably by a margin of 3 goals.

Our skipper, Micheal Owen, will be on the bench after passing a fitness test earlier in the week.

Saviola Is KK Transfer Target

Eversince Mike Ashley revealed that that there will be a "WOW" signing to corpearate guests recently, there are a lot of speculation that Argentine international Javier Saviola good be destined a season loan move to the Magpies camp.

Reports kept coming in from newpapers (the press always fond of stories) these few days especially after the excellent match against Man Utd last Sunday.

Gaffer Kevin Keegan was quoted, " That would be nice" after questions poured to him on Saviola who had played a mere 9 apperances for Spanish giants Real Madrid and scoring 3 goals.

The Magpies has already had 2 excellent Argentine signings in Gutierezz and Collocini and it is very much speculated that another Argentine target set to be Magpies bound.

We had missed signing playmaker Pablo Aimar, and I think if Saviola is indeed a KK's target, then it will pure class and quality the Magpies cheif will get in Javier Saviola.

Shola Transfer K.O.

Shola Ameobi transfer to Portman Road suffered a big disruption as he failed a medical due to a hamstring injury which has kept him out since the Mallorca Cup.

A big blow for the Player who has seem to have limited oppurtunities in Tyneside and look set to resurrect his first team football at the Championship club.

Ipswich Town boss, Jim Magilton, quoted that he feared signing a player that carries an injury during his medical. As most of the east anglian fans remember, their summer signing last season, Shefki Kuqi, had injured in his first match for the club after one match due to the same injury.

With this injury, it looks like the surplus striker is set to stay on the Magpies camp till January or even next summer when his contract expires.

MIke Ashley Promises WOW Signing

Owner Mike Ashley is definitely putting the club in right direction by informing corporate guest that there will signing a "WOW" signing before the window closes on August 31.

This is definitely good news to the Toon faithful after weeks of intense speculation and slow activities in the transfer front.

With a great display by the current squad, we would definitely need at least 2 or 3 new players coming in ( looking at how thin our first team squad is).

With the owner backing the manager, good times will be foreseen in the near future but who exactly is this WOW signing?

I think the answer lies in the hands of Dennis Wise, Tony Jimenez and Jeff Vetere.

Now let's slay off Bolton!

Newcastle Show Great Display At Old Trafford

Obafemi Martins was the Geordies hero in the 1-1 draw at Old Trafford where the team in black and white show great composure and tenacity throughout the game.

The fitness level was far much superior with Newcastle fighting for every ball in the park.

New signings Jonas Gutierrez, Danny Gutrie and Fabricio Coloccini played exceptly well in the premiership debut match.

Newcastle went ahead in the 25th minute through a stunning header from Obafemi Martins but the joy was shortlived as Darren Fletcher cancelled out Martins opener a minute later on.

But it was the Geordies ressiliency that shows that Newcastle are the team to watch out this season.

Overall it is great play from the Newcastle Utd side which show great promise in the upcoming season.

Magpies vs Man Utd Preview

Newcastle travel to Old Trafford against a weaken Man Utd side missing the likes of Ronaldo, Anderson, Park Ji Sung, Owen Hargreves and Wayne Rooney.

However Newcastle Utd has some injury headaches of its own.

The likes of skipper Micheal Owen, Mark Viduka, Kazenga Lua Lua, Wesley Ngo Baheng, Ian Caroll are all missing through injury.

With departures to 2 players Shola Ameobi and Abdoulaye Faye looks almost ceratin, the Magpies look stretch to their resources in their trip to the theatre of dreams.

I think it will be an evenly contested match. What do you think?

Newcastle's Pre-Season Transfers In Summary

The summer transfer has not been as fascinating and anticipated as every Toon fan would like.

However there is a lot of activity behind the scenes, with the management directors comprising of Dennis Wise, Tony Jimenez and Jeff Vetere working extremely hard to get new blood in the squad.

So far, the new ones in are, as expected, quality in its finest.

Let's re-cap the ins and outs this summer.

Ins

Jonas Gutierrez

The former Real Mallorca winger bought out of his contract in order to join the Magpies. A versatile winger who can play left or right, Gutirrez is an Argentine international who has 3 caps to his profile and with his agility he will provide the sting from the wings.



Danny Guthrie

The former Liverpool youth player spent a year long loan at Bolton Wanderers last season before signing for the Magpies this summer. The central midfielder was compared to the likes of Rob Lee by manager Kevin Keegan will be the balance figure of the Magpies midfield this season.








Sabestien Bassong

Bassong came in to Newcastle on trial from French club Metz. The 22 year old central defender impressed Kevin Keegan with his no-nonsense approach and signed for the Magpies on a 3 year deal.




Fabriccio Coloccini

The Argentine international had a long wait befor becoming a Newcastle player. The central defender became the club's record breaking transfer for a defender after his £10 million move from Deportivo La Coruna. The experience defender has been in the speculating books for quite a while and finally had the deal done last week and now bursting for action for the Magpies.


Outs

The ones that went out are expected to be fringe players from my point of view and they are as follows:-

1. Peter Ramage (free)
2. Stephen Carr (free)
3. Lamine Diatta (free)
4. James Troisi (free)
5. David Rozenhal (£2.8 million to Lazio)
6. Emre (£ 4 million to Fernebache)
7. Abdoulaye Faye (£2.25 million to Stoke City)
8. Shola Ameobi (£2.5 million to Ipswich Town)

We are still expecting 2 more players coming in, cause if you look by the numbers it is such a small squad. Hopefully there will be more new and quality players coming to Tyneside befor the window closes in Aug 31. But for now it is indeed quality in the camp and the new era of Keegan's men will start to stomp with Man Utd their first opponents in the Premier League curtain raiser.