Benitez injury update on senior Newcastle trio ahead of Preston clash
By Will Butcher Rafa Benitez has revealed that Newcastle’s top scorer Dwight Gayle is a “big doubt” for Saturday’s clash against Preston. The former Liverpool…
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Stan Collymore makes big Newcastle prediction, compares them to Sunderland
By Emma Sanders Stan Collymore says Rafa Benitez’s influence on Newcastle has been immense and will ensure they overtake rivals Sunderland in the very near…
Perez shares how he feels under strain at Newcastle from Benitez
By Will Butcher Ayoze Perez has revealed that Rafa Benitez’s rotation policy at Newcastle is heaping pressure on fringe stars like himself. The Spaniard scored twice…
Newcastle fans react on Twitter to Perez display v Ipswich
By Amir Mir Ayoze Perez scored a brace to help Newcastle comfortably beat Ipswich 3-0 on Saturday afternoon- and fans on Twitter were pleased with…
Kieron Dyer makes bold claim about Rafa Benitez ahead of Newcastle clash
By Will Butcher Kieron Dyer has compared current Newcastle manager Rafa Benitez to Toon legend Sir Bobby Robson, as two of Dyer’s former sides do battle.…
Benitez gives injury update on Newcastle attacker ahead of Ipswich battle
By Will Butcher Rafa Benitez has revealed that striker Daryl Murphy is close to a return to full fitness, but will not be available to…
Benitez delivers honest verdict on fringe Newcastle player ahead of Ipswich clash
By Will Butcher Rafa Benitez has revealed that Aleskander Mitrovic is working hard on the Newcastle training ground as he looks to earn a first-team slot.…
Newcastle boss Rafa Benitez reveals midfielder scouting mission
By Will Butcher Rafa Benitez has revealed that he had Newcastle utility player Vurnon Anita scouted during his days at Ajax. Anita has been a…
Rafa Benitez explains why Diame was axed for Newcastle win over Brentford
By Will Butcher Rafa Benitez has revealed his decision to leave out Mohamed Diame in Newcastle’s game against Brentford was down to fitness. The 29-year-old…
Have Newcastle dropped hint of starting XI v Brentford with programme cover?
By Will Butcher Newcastle could have potentially dropped a starting line-up hint after placing bit-part defender Ciaran Clark on the cover of their match programme.…
Benitez drops Newcastle selection hint ahead of Brentford clash
By Will Butcher Rafa Benitez could be tempted to start striker Aleksander Mitrovic against Brentford, after praising the striker following an impressive international break. The Toon’s…
Ian Holloway: Shock prediction for Newcastle game v Brentford
By Amir Mir Ian Holloway believes Newcastle will be in for a shock on Saturday afternoon, as he backed Brentford to pick up all three…
Sky Sports pundit: Newcastle and Benitez have achieved this one difficult thing
By Amir Mir Ian Holloway believes Newcastle and manager Rafa Benitez have removed the “losing mentality” at the club this season. The Championship side were…
Benitez gives verdict on relationship with Newcastle director, highlights what he wants to change
By Emma Sanders Rafa Benitez has revealed he chose to stay as manager of Newcastle despite relegation from the Premier league due to his ideals…
Senior Newcastle man pitted against three rivals for prestigious award
By Will Butcher Rafa Benitez has been nominated for the Championship manager of the month award for September. The former Real Madrid boss masterminded three wins…
Newcastle send talent spotters to international clash – reliable journalist
By Alex Taylor Newcastle United are among a host of Premier League clubs to send scouts to attend Austria v Wales on Thursday evening. The…
Report: Benitez orders gruelling Newcastle regime
By Alex Taylor Newcastle United manager Rafa Benitez has ordered his squad to do double training sessions over the international break, according to a report.…
Hanley: Benitez has brought this key element to Newcastle squad
By Alex Taylor Newcastle star Grant Hanley has praised Rafa Benitez after claiming the Spanish manager has fostered a competitive spirit at St James’ Park this season. Hanley,…