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Havertz hails 'best in world' Raya after Sporting CP heroics

Kai Havertz has labelled David Raya as the best goalkeeper in the world after the Spaniard's heroics kept Arsenal alive in their Champions League quarter-final first leg against Sporting CP. Despite Havertz netting a dramatic late winner in Lisbon, the forward insisted that his teammate remains one of the most underrated players in the game.

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Havertz late show & Raya masterclass lift lethargic Arsenal

Arsenal will take a 1-0 lead into the second leg of their Champions League quarter-final with Sporting CP after prevailing in Lisbon on Tuesday. Kai Havertz came off the bench to score in the last minute of a match that was seriously lacking in quality right until the final knockings, and the Gunners now have one foot in the last four.

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Arteta explains viral 'pen' training drill after video goes viral

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has defended his latest unconventional training methods after footage of his players balancing pens between their fingers while dribbling went viral. The Spaniard insists that these unique exercises are designed to foster clarity and commitment within the squad as they look to move past recent domestic cup disappointments.

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Sporting CP squad 'were happy' Gyokeres left for Arsenal

Ahead of a highly anticipated Champions League quarter-final clash, Maxi Araujo has clarified that Sporting CP hold no resentment towards Viktor Gyokeres following his summer transfer to Arsenal. The winger emphasised that the entire squad were actually delighted for their former teammate, viewing his move to London as a well-deserved reward for his incredible efforts.

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Arsenal wonderkid Dowman labelled even better than Jude Bellingham

Arsenal's 16-year-old sensation Max Dowman has been ranked higher than Jude Bellingham at the same age by former Premier League manager Alan Pardew. Despite comparing his talent to the world's best, Pardew warned the teenager to expect footballing pain. Meanwhile, pundits are already urging the Hale End graduate to leave the Gunners to fully realise his massive potential.

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Shock Arsenal approach for Barcelona's Olmo revealed

Arsenal have reportedly seen an ambitious approach for Barcelona star Dani Olmo rebuffed as the midfielder remains committed to the Catalan giants. The Gunners were keen to exploit the playmaker's lack of regular starts at the Spotify Camp Nou, but the Euro 2024 winner has made his intentions for the future crystal clear.

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'The other' Luis Suarez ensuring Sporting don't miss Gyokeres

When Sporting CP signed Viktor Gyokeres, they took quite the gamble on a striker whose only consistent form in front of goal had come outside of the top-flight. Having failed to make the grade at Brighton, Gyokeres had proven to be a menace for Championship defences, scoring 43 goals for Coventry City over the course of two-and-a-half seasons with the Sky Blues.

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Martinelli slammed for 'disrespectful' referee push

Gabriel Martinelli is facing heavy criticism after shoving referee Sam Barrott during Arsenal's shock FA Cup defeat to Southampton. Former Premier League official Mark Halsey believes the Brazilian forward should have received a red card for the late incident, labelling his actions as a complete lack of respect that sets a terrible example for grassroots football across the country.

Frequently asked questions

The origins of Newcastle United can be traced all the way back to 1881, when Stanley Cricket Club of Byker took interest in the formation of a football club. Over the years, several name changes and mergers took place. Finally, on December 9, 1892, the name Newcastle United Football Club was decided upon. Other name suggestions included Newcastle F.C, Newcastle Rangers, Newcastle City, and City of Newcastle.

Newcastle United is co-owned by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF), who hold an 85% stake, and the UK-based RB Sports & Media, who hold the remaining 15% stake. The takeover was completed in 2021.

Newcastle United play their home games at the iconic St. James' Park, located in Newcastle upon Tyne. St. James' Park has been the club's go-to home venue since 1892.

St. James' Park has a seating capacity of about 52,000, with Newcastle United currently planning an overhaul which will see the capacity rise to 65,000.

Newcastle United have won 11 titles, including four top flight titles and six FA Cups.

Newcastle United have won four first division titles in their history, with the most recent win coming almost a century ago, all the way back in 1926-27.

Jimmy Lawrence has made the most appearances ever for Newcastle United, donning the jersey on 496 appearances to hold off fellow goalkeeper Shay Given among others.

Newcastle United will forever revere perhaps their most iconic player ever, the legendary Alan Shearer, who scored a club record 206 goals in a little over 400 appearances.

Shola Amoebi, Andy Cole, Shay Given, Bobby Mitchell, Alan Shearer, Hatem Ben Arfa, Andy Carroll, James Milner, Kevin Keegan, Paul Gasciogne, and Malcolm Macdonald are some of the most acclaimed footballers to have played for Newcastle United.

Joe Harvey, Kenny Dalglish, Kevin Keegan, Steve Bruce, Rafael Benitez, and Ruud Gullit are some of the most famous managers to have been in charge of Newcastle United.

Newcastle United are nicknamed The Magpies, because the black and white colour scheme on their jerseys is reminiscent of the actual magpie bird.