Anthony Gordon has caused a stir by claiming that rivals Sunderland are "not a very good team" compared to Newcastle, following the Magpies' disappointing derby defeat at St James' Park. Despite scoring the opener, Gordon was powerless as the Black Cats staged a second-half comeback to secure a 2-1 victory and a league double over Eddie Howe's side.
Could there be a Bruno trade at Manchester United this summer as club captain Fernandes heads for the exits and Brazilian star Guimaraes arrives from Newcastle? Questions continue to be asked of how long Fernandes will stick around at Old Trafford, but former Red Devils and Magpies striker Michael Owen has told GOAL why any thoughts of replacing the Portuguese playmaker should be shelved.
Arsenal's Ben White has been added to the England squad for the upcoming March friendlies against Uruguay and Japan. The defender, and Newcastle winger Harvey Barnes, will replace Eberechi Eze and Jarell Quansah, who have both had to pull out after sustaining recent injuries. White last played for the Three Lions in 2022 and was included in that year's World Cup squad but left Qatar for personal reasons.
Newcastle United winger Harvey Barnes is set to be handed a late call-up to the England squad. Following an unfortunate injury to Arsenal playmaker Eberechi Eze, England manager Thomas Tuchel is expected to bring the in-form forward into his enlarged squad. This call-up comes after the player rejected an approach to switch his allegiance to the Scotland national team.
Newcastle United midfielder Bruno Guimaraes has revealed he has been forced to isolate due to illness. The Brazilian is currently sidelined through injury but travelled with the team to Barcelona in midweek to cheer on his side in their Champions League last 16 clash against Hansi Flick's side at Camp Nou. Guimaraes had been hoping to attend the Tyne-Wear derby but has been forced to stay away.
Newcastle United legend Alan Shearer has unleashed a scathing critique of the Magpies following their demoralising 2-1 defeat to arch-rivals Sunderland. The Premier League's all-time record goalscorer did not hold back after witnessing a second-half collapse that saw Eddie Howe's side surrender a 1-0 lead at St James' Park as the Black Cats celebrated another win over their bitter rivals.
The latest instalment of the Tyne-Wear derby was halted early in the second half following allegations of racist abuse being aimed in the direction of Sunderland defender Lutsharel Geertruida. It is claimed that the Netherlands international was subjected to discriminatory taunts by members of the crowd - with those of a Newcastle persuasion considered to have been responsible.
Fights broke out among supporters in the vicinity of St Jamesâ Park ahead of Newcastleâs derby date with arch-rivals Sunderland. Two old adversaries are locking horns again in Premier League competition and there was always going to be an edge to proceedings, with local bragging rights at stake alongside precious points, but some fans allowed passions to get the better of them.
Manchester United have stepped up their search for a midfield anchor after holding a private meeting with the representatives of Newcastle United star Bruno Guimaraes. With Casemiroâs departure now confirmed for the end of the season, the Red Devils have identified the Brazil international as the leading candidate to overhaul their engine room.
Newcastle United are intensifying their search for a new number nine this summer, with Chelsea strikers Nicolas Jackson and Liam Delap emerging as primary targets. The Magpies have struggled to fill the void left by Alexander Isak, who moved to Liverpool last September for ÂŁ125 million ($166m), as neither Yoane Wissa nor Nick Woltemade have fully convinced as a leading option.
Newcastle United head coach Eddie Howe has vehemently dismissed reports claiming that Bruno Guimaraes is in "advanced talks" to join Manchester United. Howe expressed visible frustration over the timing of these rumors, as the ninth-placed Magpies fight to secure a European spot for next season.
Newcastle United are actively surveying the European market for elite young talent, and Francesco Pio Esposito has emerged as a primary target. The Magpies have intensified their scouting efforts recently, with reports indicating that a club representative was in attendance at the San Siro on Saturday. The scout watched as Inter Milan were held to a 1-1 draw by Atalanta, a match in which the young forward managed to find the back of the net.
Thierry Henry believes Barcelona have sent a "global earthquake" through the Champions League following their demolition of Newcastle. The Arsenal legend claims Hansi Flick has restored the "Dream Team" aura to the Catalan giants.
Eddie Howe has called on his Newcastle United squad to move on from their humbling 7-2 defeat at Barcelona. The Magpies boss matched an unwanted record also held by Gary Neville as his side collapsed in Catalonia on Wednesday night.
In a night of pure attacking brilliance, Barcelona crushed Newcastle 7-2. Lamine Yamalâs magic and Raphinhaâs clinical finishing were the engines behind the routâhereâs the tactical deep dive into why Newcastle simply couldnât cope.
Barcelona's spectacular Champions League triumph over Newcastle United came at a heavy cost, as goalkeeper Joan Garcia sustained a calf injury. The Catalan club are now sweating on his fitness, with initial medical assessments suggesting a muscular tear that could sideline him for weeks, disrupting the squad just as the business end of the season approaches.
Barcelona manager Hansi Flick has opened up about the crucial half-time tactical tweaks that sparked his side's incredible comeback against Newcastle in the Champions League. After a chaotic and difficult first half, the German coach's specific instructions completely changed the momentum, paving the way for a dominant second-half display and a quarter-final spot.
Newcastle United boss Eddie Howe was left to rue a defensive collapse as his side were dumped out of the Champions League round of 16 by Barcelona in spectacular fashion. After competing valiantly for much of the first leg and parts of the return fixture, the Magpies conceded seven goals on the night to fall to an 8-3 aggregate defeat.
Barcelona have stormed into the Champions League quarter-finals following a ruthless 7-2 thrashing of Newcastle at the Spotify Camp Nou. It proved to be a special evening for Robert Lewandowski, in particular, as the veteran struck twice to officially surpass Lionel Messi as the player to have scored against the most different opponents in the history of Europe's premier club competition.
Robert Lewandowski scored a brace in FC Barcelonaâs convincing Champions League victory over Newcastle United. In doing so, he even set a new record.
Newcastle saw their Champions League dreams ended at the last 16 stage by a rampant Barcelona on Wednesday. Two goals from Anthony Elanga in the first half had given the Magpies hope of pulling off a famous result, but Eddie Howe's side fell apart in the second half to eventually lose 7-2 on a tough night in Catalunya.
Manchester United are reportedly ready to test Newcastleâs resolve with a stunning move for Italian international Sandro Tonali. The Red Devils have identified the former AC Milan star as a priority target as they prepare for a massive overhaul of their midfield options this summer.
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