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Video: Pardew On Ben Arfa

2012-03-06T14:26:00.000+08:00

For all the stick Pardew has received for not starting Ben Arfa, I give him credit for this interview. It seems Pardew has always realised how big Arfa can be for the magpies but its just the case of "finding a way to get him on the pitch". Its just a matter of accomodating him and I'm sure AP will get it right soon.

The first half against Sunderland was awful to watch, the usual route one excercise cancelling out Cabaye's ball skills and thus wasting his strong suits. When Ben Arfa came on, Cabaye came to life and we saw a more fluent Newcastle who played on the carpet. I hope Parew see's this as neither of Ba and Cisse are players suited to direct football.

We play Arsenal next, so will Ben Arfa start and will Pardew change his formation and style? A big ask at this stage of the season, but we cant win ugly all the time.

VIDEO: Enter Papiss Demba Cisse

2012-02-17T10:42:00.000+08:00

Papiss Demba Cisse's debut performance,

Welcome to Newcastle United!

Tiote's Performance Against Man Utd...

2012-01-11T18:00:00.000+08:00

FA CUP: Newcastle United v Blackburn Rovers

2012-01-08T11:51:00.001+08:00

Newcastle United 2 - 1 Blackburn Rovers by motifoot

The Beginning of a New Era ???

2012-01-05T15:35:00.001+08:00

Twenty-twelve has kicked off in spectacular fashion with a win over Man Utd. Newcastle humiliated the Manchester club and I dont even know where to begin. All i will say is that this was an all team performance and wont go into detail.

The new year unveiled new sponsors Virgin Money which may have brought with it a feel good factor. Many, myself included, feared we would witness a Sports Direct logo on our jerseys but No, that did not happen. Is this a turning point under Ashley's era?

Ashely came into power stating he would like to use Newcastle as a tool to market his Sports Direct brand and the renaming of the stadium echoed those fears. But last night, we witnessed the contrary. Sports Direct boards around the field began to dissappear and the Vigin brand tookover.

Newcastle are now placed 7th and currently sitting in the january window. Puppet Derek recently said that the new sponsorships would mean more revenue to buy players so does this mean we will have a transfer kitty for this window?

All Newcastle affairs have started to shift in the right direction and lets hope this carries through regarding the sponsorship of the Stadium rights. Again only time will tell, but if, and thats a big if, we do get a company willing to buy the rights, it will mark the end of the Sports Direct branding all over St James Park.

Newcastle's journey is never smooth sailing but could this new year be the beginning of a new era under Mike Ashley?

Demba Ba's Mid Season 14 Goal Tally...

2012-01-04T19:56:00.002+08:00

Zambia's Rising Star In Newcastle's Sights...

2012-01-03T15:41:00.002+08:00

Emmanuel Mayuka is one player that has been linked to Newcastle for some time now. It was reported former manager Chris Hughton showed some interest in him two windows ago and now he is back on the radar.

Mayuka recently admitted he was flattered being linked with the club and would prefer a move tyneside. His agent Nir Karin has also confrimed the clubs interest.

"I can tell you that Dynamo Kiev, Fulham and Newcastle are the three teams most serious on him this January," said Karin.

"No doubt that if a club signs him, they will be able to benefit from his goals immediately and, in addition, there is no doubt that his next club is a stepping stone."

Meanwhile Mayuka's parent club, Kabwe Warriors, are glad the young forward is progressing. Warriors Treasurer Darpan Desai says he spoke to Mayuka last week and the striker confirmed there was real interest.

"Mayuka told me last week before leaving for South Africa [AFCON training camp] that the rumours are all true. But he hasn't signed for anyone yet.

"I told him not to hurry to England [but] play one season in france which is more competitive than the Swiss League...then move to [England] when he is amongst the cream in Europe."

Desai has said the Zambian International's sale has helped his parent club develop thanks to the finances recieved through the sell on clause.

He said Kabwe Warriors "received $100,000" when Mayuka moved on to BSC Young Boys from Maccabi Tel Aviv and are still entitled to 10% of transfer fees for every move till he turns 23 years of age.

Desai believes the player is valued in the region of £4m and this would fit within Newcastle's budget.

What Are The Toon Really Mad About???

2011-11-14T20:16:00.001+08:00

St James Park is not just a name but a home and in that home we find shelter. Like at anyone's home, we furnish it the way we please and we choose to display certain gifts from certain friends and family. Yes Mike Ashley owns Newcastle, but a house is not a home without a family and therefore St James Park is the toon army's home. Without the geordie faithful, Ashley woud only own a house and not a home.

But lets move on and ask why the toon army are really mad. Firsty lets analyse why the toon is so angry at the board; every move Mike Ashley makes in regards to everything nufc is a move that reflects an opportunity to make a quid. Newcastle United is a club with millions of fans emotionally attached to it and all they expect is for their owner to show some of this very attachment.

Newcastle fans today would rather have a chairman like Nial Quinn than the fool that is Derek Lambias and for Newcastle fans to even say such about their rivals takes some doing. The toon army have had to deal with a lot but its not that they are against Ashley's way of running the club but its the lack of heart towards the club. Any fan today will tell you the Carroll sale was a disappointing one but deep down 35m was too good an offer to turn down, for any club.

Ashley's model of sustaining the club's finances is a vision shared by most fans but yet again this is a vision based on profiting. Newcastle fans are no fools, they do understand that every penny is much needed but they need every penny invested back. Sure, Newcastle have made 30m+ losses over the last 2-3 seasons but they would very much like to know where the 35m raised from Carroll's sale has gone. And now we have a director stating we would need to raise funds to purchase a striker this January.

All the toon army wants is for the board to show some heart and not warn us of how 'horrible' they can be. If they showed any heart and still made the same decisions, there would be a different outcome. The ruthless decisions towards players has payed dividends as player power should not be tolerated but ruthless decisions affecting the toon army will surely be a cause for concern.

The toon arent mad St James' Park will be called something else, but what they are really mad at is the toon are being exploited purely for Ashley's personal gain. Asking for 8-10m quid for naming rigts and shirt sponsorship is simply ridiculous and many are skeptic that Ashley isn't really after a sponsor but is rather trying to expand his Sports Direct company via Newcastle United's profile. Yes the fans have the rigt to believe this and until there comes a sponsor, there wont be any trust gained.

See, what the fans really despise is Newcastle being exploited by Ashley for personal gain. The toon fans wont be mad if the stadium name changes to a different sponsor. If Nike came in and called it the Nike Arena, the toon fans will welcome that, but what they wont welcome is Ashley's Sports Direct Arena. The fans are not mad with the name change but are rather annoyed with the Sports Direct branding. Newcastle fans feel like their home is being invaded by Ashley's Sports Direct.

Derek Lambias says the club need extra revenue and happily claims it will be beneficial to the club, yes, we do understand that but we're no mugs to know the real intentions of the chairman which is to advertise his cheap tacky Sports Direct all over our home. It's like someone has collected their excrement and smeared it all over the walls in your home. That's what Ashley has done to this great club, but if Ashley ever wants to win over the geordie hearts, he must see this external sponsorship through and avoid the personal gain; and just place some heart into this club.

When Ashley took over the club, he stated his true intentions for his Sports Direct's venture which was to take to the global stage and all this Sports Direct branding at St James Park is reflective of his initial intentions. And that is why 99% of the fans are skeptic there wont be any external sponsorship coming through. For now, the Geordie faithful can only wait till the end of season to find out whether St James Park will be called Sports Direct Arena for the rest of Ashley reign or will St James'Park be called soething else.

The question we need to be asking is, what happens to Ashley's Sports Direct venture if a sponsor does come in with a 10m a year deal?

Newcastle vs Blackburn Highlights

2011-09-25T01:06:00.000+08:00

szólj hozzá: Ne3-1Bl

Video: Cabaye vs Villa....Joey who?

2011-09-21T23:22:00.000+08:00

Carling Cup: Newcastle vs Nottingham Forest Highlights

2011-09-21T10:49:00.001+08:00

Match Highlights: Aston Villa vs Newcastle United

2011-09-18T11:41:00.000+08:00

szólj hozzá: Ast 1-1 New

Delvin Ndinga Claims Newcastle Interest

2011-09-10T14:40:00.000+08:00

Alan Pardew recently said Newcastle had bid for four players and there maybe some truth in that.

Auxerre midfielder Delvin Ndinga, 23 may have been on Newcastle's list to replace Joey Barton.

“I preferred to stay in Ligue 1 for this season,” he said.

“I had contact with many foreign clubs like Tottenham, Newcastle and Sevilla and they requested information about me.

“Some made offers but we decided to stop the subject for a year. First I want to prove my worth in the French league.”

Whether this is genuine or just another publicity stunt will never be known especially knowing the club's position on communication.

Magpies Transfer Watch

2011-08-31T09:34:00.004+08:00

OFFICIAL: DAVIDE SANTON signs five year deal!

Davide Santon: "I am really pleased to sign for Newcastle. The chance to play in the Premier League and in front of 50,000 fans at St. James' Park was too good to turn down," Santon told nufcTV.

"It's never easy to leave any country, never mind Italy.

"It was a difficult decision, but I've only been here for a short while and I feel very comfortable. There are some good people here, it's a beautiful place, therefore I am very, very happy.

"I came here because it has always been my dream to play in the Premier League. And to play for Newcastle is even better, to play for such an historical club and such a great club."

Alan Pardew: "This is an ambitious club who want to move forward and I want to help them achieve that."

"We are delighted to bring to Davide to Newcastle.

"He is a quality left-back and an established international who also gives us flexibility in defence.

"Davide is a young lad and a great signing for us and I am sure he will adapt to the Premier League very quickly."

OFFICIAL: ROB ELLIOT signs 5 year contract!

Rob Elliot: "I am looking forward to the challenge of joining a club like Newcastle United," he told nufcTV.

"This is a huge club and a huge opportunity for me to learn from two of the best keepers in the division.

"Newcastle are probably the best-supported club in the country, and one of the best in the world.

"That connection which the Club has always had with the fans, and the way the team has started the season, made it a bit of a no-brainer.

"It was hard because Charlton were my boyhood club, but when you have the chance to play in the Premier League and for one of the biggest clubs then you can't turn that down.

"I've never been before, and to see it now - especially after signing - makes it even more impressive.

"I can't begin to imagine what it will be like when you've got 52,000 people in there going crazy. It must be unbelievable."

Alan Pardew: "The goalkeeping position is one we felt we needed to strengthen. Rob is an excellent keeper who I have worked with before, and I know he will be a good signing for the Club."

Highlights: Newcastle 2 - 1 Fulham

2011-08-28T23:28:00.000+08:00

Carling Cup Highlights: Scunthorpe 1 - 2 Newcastle

2011-08-26T21:09:00.001+08:00

szólj hozzá: Scun 1-2 New

Managers Verdict Post Match: Sunderland 0 - 1 Newcastle

2011-08-21T02:26:00.000+08:00

Forster deal agreed...

2011-08-17T21:18:00.000+08:00

Fraser Forster is set to return to Celtic for a second loan spell after failing to impress in Newcastle's preseason friendlies.

Celtic boss has confirmed a deal has been agreed between the two clubs and it's just a matter of formalities before the young joins.

"A deal has been agreed. There are a few little snags to overcome but we hope to have him registered in time for tomorrow night." Lennon said.

"If that is the eventuality of things, we would be absolutely delighted. He has been the main target since the end of last season.

"We did put a bid in but it was knocked back but we worked hard in the background to try to bring him in so I'm very, very pleased."

Modibo Maiga Demands Move To Newcastle...

2011-08-16T09:40:00.004+08:00

Newcastle have bid for Mali International Modibo Maiga, the 23yr old plays for Sochaux and is upset with the heirachy for dismissing Newcastle's interest.

Newcastle are not new to this as it was only last year when Ben Arfa carried out a similar act. Maiga has expressed his anger and demands Sochaux to open discussions with Newcastle.

Sochaux offered the player a new contract only after Newcastle had come in for him suggesting an increas in value therefore a larger pricetag.

"Yes [they have made me an offer], but before the Newcastle offer I have not been offered anything, but now I would like the chairman to consider my interest. I want to leave," he said.

"I met everyone at Newcastle. They want me and it is not just any club. Premier League is a dream.

"That is the kind of game I like, it suits me and it is good for my career. I want to leave, he has to accept that and negotiate.

"I told the coach I would play and respect my contract, but the chairman has to talk about my transfer first. I don't want to annoy Sochaux, but I want it to be sorted out with Newcastle.

"Offers have now come for me and the chairman refused to talk. I had a meeting with him and I could not accept his position, it is just like a big slap in the face.

"It was the very first time I asked for something and I believe it is lack of respect. Why refusing to talk? It is selfish, I can't understand.

"You can't refuse such an offer. The sums are huge, both for me and for the club. Sochaux will not lose."

The striker, who can also ply his trade as a winger, joined Sochaux last season and scored 15 goals for the club finishing as one of the league's top scorers.

Video: Newcastle v Arsenal - Match Analysis + Highlights

2011-08-14T14:03:00.000+08:00

newmotdanalysis by arsenalist

Preview: Newcastle vs Arsenal - friends turn foes

2011-08-13T14:57:00.000+08:00

Friends turn foes as Arsenal loom on toon comeback...

Lille’s key players Yohan Cabaye and Gervinho signed for premier league clubs Arsenal and Newcastle and will face off in their first match of the season.

The Ivorian international will lock heads with his French counterpart on a night that will kick off the premier league season.

Cabaye and Gervinho formed a ceative partmership at Lille and played the most essential roles in winning the league title for the club.

They will now play against one another and neither of them will take the challenge lightly.

Fans last season witnessed the greatest ever comeback at St James’ Park when Newcastle came back from a 4 goal deficit to draw the match.

And with both teams missing key players due to transfer sagas, expect one hell of a match.

Pieters: 'PSV must be willing to let me go'

2011-08-13T14:45:00.001+08:00

Newcastle United yesterday lost spanish fullback Jose Enrique to Liverpool and are keen on replacing him before the derby next weekend.

Keeper Krul confirmed last week that the magpies are in for his fellow friend Erik Pieters and highly regards the left back.

Pieters, however, is focused on family matters at the moment and is trying to keep his focus away from the matter but hints the move could be on.

"I am not focused on football right now, only my family counts," Pieters told AD Sportwereld.

"Moreover, there must first be serious discussions with Newcastle and PSV must be willing to let me go."

PSV coach Fred Rutten has stated he will not come in the players way but would only be willing to let him go for the right price.

"I would lie in the road to stop him leaving but I fear I cannot block his transfer to Newcastle," said Rutten.

"He is a brilliant defender, but, if it is right for him and the club, I cannot say no."

The move is looking very plausible as neither the player nor manager will dispute the move. There seems to be a mutual understanding and neither wants to get into the others way.

However, Newcastle will have to battle it out with PSV and if the price is right, expect Holland's Int'l full back to remain in his orange colour against the Mackems.

Official: Newcastle Agree Enrique Fee...

2011-08-11T20:35:00.004+08:00

A statement on nufc.co.uk has been issued that a fee has been agreed for Enrique. Newcastle have confirmed Enrique has travelled to Liverpool for a medical.

Newcastle United Football Club can confirm that a fee has been agreed with Liverpool for the transfer of Jose Enrique.

The player will travel to Liverpool today to discuss personal terms and undergo a medical.

Enrique will be a big miss and is yet another huge blow for Newcastle. But lets face the facts, Enrique wanted Champions League football, something we could not offer him.

Atleast Newcastle havent left it to the last minute as in Carroll's case. It's time for us to move on and the inevitable was always going to happen.

Newcastle will face Arsenal on saturday and it looks like Fergusson may well have to fill the void until the club bring in a replacement.

Hot on trail is Erik Pieters but no concrete interest has been confirmed apart from Tim Krul's statements. The toon army will have to be patient but time is running out and we have 3 games before the window closes.

Why Mike Ashley Bought Newcastle...

2011-08-10T21:20:00.002+08:00

Sir John Hall has revealed why he sold the club to Mike Ashley. Sir John sold the club as he felt he could not compete with Roman Abramovich and the investment he made in Chelsea.

Two parties were interested in buying the club, one of them was Ashley and the other was a group of Malaysians.

"I decided to sell my shares because of Abramovich. It took me just over two years. I was in negotiations with some Malaysians when I got a call from another group." Hall said.

"They wanted to meet me in London prior to my meeting with the Malaysians, I agreed. I was met at Kings Cross and taken by Rolls Royce to Freshfields and into a packed meeting room where this unnamed parties financial representatives began to make me an offer.

"I told them that I would honour my meeting with the Malaysians so could not give them an answer. They tried their best to persuade me otherwise, but I’m a man of my word.

"The meeting with the Malaysians went well but they wanted 6 weeks to do due diligence. The offer from the other party at Freshfields waived that right and was a better deal.

"I was told that the man behind the deal was Mike Ashley and I sat with his representatives over 3 days thrashing out a deal."

At this stage, Sir John Hall was curious as to why Mike Ashley wanted the club and the toon army finally have the chance to see the club owner's intentions.

"I was keen to know why they wanted the club and they were quite honest. They wanted to market their sports goods in the Far East and would use the Club to help do this," Sir John revealed.

"To me it made sense to market the Club globally. It was a win win situation for Mike and the Club. We hadn’t done that.

"Over the 3 days I gave them a lot of advice. When they took over they put Chris Mort in to run things and went private. It was a good move.

"He’s not a fool and like Mike he came in with the best of intentions. His subsequent departure caused a few problems and Mike made a mistake listening to the likes of Paul Kelmsley at Spurs."

The former chairman revealed Ashley made a mistake in bringing back Kevin Keegan and appointing Dennis Wise. It was a well documented error and the toon suffered the consequences.

"I think he made another mistake bringing back Kevin Keegan. He was yesterdays man, like Dalglish at Liverpool now. It wasn’t a rational decision and he’s had to pay for it." the former chairman went on to say.

"The appointment of Dennis Wise upset Kevin and the inevitable fallout happened. I thought the local media handled the situation badly and the vilification with headlines such as ‘Get Out Of Toon’ were unjustified.

"I believe the damage has been done and I believe he will get out of the club when he can, but it will have to suit both the club and him.

"Mike has the wealth to challenge, but he’s been hurt. He needs to liaise with the fans. I think he made a huge mistake drinking with them in the early days, I think he took some bad advice."

So there we have it fellow fans, Ashley's sole purpose was to market his business but since then, a lot has changed and his marketting has cost him a fortune.

Pardew Stamps His Authority...

2011-08-10T16:30:00.002+08:00

Pardew has previously admitted the pressure was on him but now it seems like he's regaining control and will take a no-nonsense approach.

Barton who had caused havoc over the last couple of weeks has been warned to get his act straight if he wanted to join into the United ethos.

“Joey’s trained with us, but he understands and we understand each other’s position,” Pardew said.

“Joey won’t be included this weekend unless I feel that he’s totally committed to the club.

“It’s not an olive branch. I’m in the middle trying to mediate but at the end of the line, it’s my dressing room and if Joey’s not right he won’t be in my dressing room.”

Time is running out at St James' Park and Pardew needs to get his team sorted out. The magpies have already confirmed interest in Erik Pieters through Krul and are looking to move forward.

Joey and Jose have played a silly game on twitter and perhaps taken it too literally by being TWITS but it's time for the toon army and the club to move forward.

Players that do not want to play in the black'n'white jersey should move on as they are not welcome here. We're reaching towards the end of the beginning and Pardew will need to take control of his dressing room.