With Howe and the non-International players back from Dubai and their warm-weather training, we have 10 league games left in which we will try to qualify for European competition for next season.
At the moment, we are 10th in the league, but Newcastle will need to perform well in the final 10 games and get some wins to move up to at least 7th place, which should guarantee Newcastle European football for next season.
Premier League Table 2023-2024
| Position | Team | Played | Won | Lost | Drawn | GD | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | Tottenham | 38 | 20 | 12 | 6 | 13 | 66 |
| 6 | Chelsea | 38 | 18 | 11 | 9 | 14 | 63 |
| 7 | Newcastle | 38 | 18 | 14 | 6 | 23 | 60 |
| 8 | Man United | 38 | 18 | 14 | 6 | -1 | 60 |
| 9 | West Ham | 38 | 14 | 13 | 10 | -14 | 52 |
If we are to get European competition it is games like West Ham at home that we must win – let’s hope we can do that tomorrow in the early kickoff game and get an excellent start to the 10-game run-in to the league.
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166 comments so far
magicmac54
Mar 29, 2024 at 11:28 AM
Comment #1Back of the net
magscar
Mar 29, 2024 at 11:32 AM
Comment #2I don’t pretend to understand addiction (just as I don’t injuries and their treatment) so I’ll leave it to the experts on here (on all manner of things of which they have no experience either) to decry Tonali
I wish him the best in his treatment and hope to see him playing for us next season
Hopefully the FA will look sympathetically on situation and take into account his current ban and what he is doing to rectify his problem
magscar
Mar 29, 2024 at 11:34 AM
Comment #3Magic
Happy Easter and to all who celebrate it
3 points tomorrow will be better than any eggs 🙂
magscar
Mar 29, 2024 at 11:36 AM
Comment #4I know Easter isn’t about ‘eggs” in essence
Just in case I tread on any toes – just a light hearted comment
Mickey G
Mar 29, 2024 at 11:37 AM
Comment #5Magscar. Totally agree. People are looking at from their own minds and from the mind of an addict ( impossible if you aren’t one or a well trained expert) and there lies the problem. 4-2 tomorrow but I wouldn’t bet on it.
Not another deJong
Mar 29, 2024 at 11:37 AM
Comment #6Pre-match press conference
https://youtu.be/OvpKePWDzIY?feature=shared
Mickey G
Mar 29, 2024 at 11:39 AM
Comment #7Sorry at 5 , should read , not from the mind of an addict
magscar
Mar 29, 2024 at 11:41 AM
Comment #8Mickey
A clean sheet would be welcome but yep I wouldn’t bet on that either 🙂
I’m cautiously optimistic of a win to set us on course for 7th given our fixtures and those of our rivals but we need 3 points tomorrow
magscar
Mar 29, 2024 at 11:43 AM
Comment #9Mickey
Addiction makes no sense presumably even to addicts – it’s a mental health issue that needs treating not calling out
lesh
Mar 29, 2024 at 11:45 AM
Comment #10JaveaToon
I know you said you’re no longer posting but your last post contained a comment about me doing nowt more than latching on to others’ posts to attack your chum, Fenham.
For the sake of my understanding, will you post an example of the behaviour you referred to.
You may remember, you’ve posted inaccurate comments about me before and despite an invitation to exemplify, I’m still waiting.
I get it that as ex armed forces, you’ll support former forces but surely it’s only fair to offer balanced opinion.
So, in summary, I’m waiting for an example of the behaviour you’ve criticised me for and you can add an example of whatever it was you accused memof some time back.
If you can’t exemplify, an apology’d be welcome but since you’ve said you’re not posting now, I won’t hold my breath.
cyprus
Mar 29, 2024 at 11:53 AM
Comment #11Asking for a naive friend:
What’s wrong betting on your OWN team to win. Draw or loss I get, but win? Isn’t that what you play for?
Frowned upon yes, a slap on the wrist ok, naugthy too. Stupid even. But illegal?Dangerous, if you’re gambling beyond your loose change and means, and addicted.
But if gambling is all over players shirts, generally legal which it is*, then what’s the big deal? If you bet on your own team to win, only? Or other leagues which have nothing to do with you or anyone you know?
* Whether it should be legal or not is a matter of debate.
Fenham to Chalfont
Mar 29, 2024 at 11:54 AM
Comment #12magscar,
A few threads back I mentioned that gambling addiction was a mental health problem and it is where it needs treated as such. As a certified MHFA member I have had times where I’ve had to discuss with personnel about their addictions and gambling habits were part of it. It’s a terrible habit to kick and I feel for people who have addictions as it’s all down to their addictive personality it’s not a flaw in their character just a flaw in their mental wellbeing…
the first step for an gambling addict is recognising the symptoms of gambling addiction and trying to understand why and how the addiction developed, as well as what other stresses or problems they may be trying to avoid. This would be best explored through individual or support group therapy specialists where I’m sure the club would have sought out the best possible, support, and therapist.
The best thing that Tonali needs is support and an understanding from the club, manager, players and the fanbase. Luckily he has it in abundance here which I’m sure will be very well received by Tonali and just the tonic he needs. He’s in great hands right now.
magicmac54
Mar 29, 2024 at 11:54 AM
Comment #13magscar
Happy Easter to you and the family circle Sir.
Newcastle better bloody well win tomorrow as i have them done in my football bet 😀 😀
I know you like your music my friend, i leave you this beautiful young Irish lass Meadhbh Walsh from Meelin in North Cork.
HWTL
https://youtu.be/4LT2Cq-E6EI?si=lgaHDCPdjsyqbSoO
Not another deJong
Mar 29, 2024 at 12:02 PM
Comment #14I hope Lee Marshal recovers from his cold quickly…..so we don’t get his sniffles in the PC again.
Mund
Mar 29, 2024 at 12:03 PM
Comment #15Lesh you are a deluded soul
Shape up auld chap
cyprus
Mar 29, 2024 at 12:11 PM
Comment #16Off till tomorrow, but why do some of you feel the need to include personal insults? And, of course, once it begins, the other replies in kind. And then it goes on and on.
Anyway, have a good one all.
Fenham to Chalfont
Mar 29, 2024 at 12:14 PM
Comment #17Mund,
Hope you’re well mate…
As I said yesterday we just have to suffer the fools we have on here unfortunately…3 in particular not mentioning names and all that 😉
Not another deJong
Mar 29, 2024 at 12:14 PM
Comment #18In My Blood – Lynsey Hipgrave & Sean Longstaff | Eddie Howe, scoring v PSG, league debut & MORE TNT Sport
https://youtu.be/rq14uER2swM?feature=shared
lesh
Mar 29, 2024 at 12:18 PM
Comment #19Fenham’s opened up on another fantasy with MHFA?
There’s sooo much talent there.
Charlie in the Gallowgate
Mar 29, 2024 at 12:22 PM
Comment #20Tonali betting whether drugs, alcohol, betting he needs help – lot of holier than thou art on here but the biggest is clubs the FA and Premiership.
The clubs allow fans to bet on games by having a betting shop in the ground
Every match on commercial television betting is promoted before game and at half time.
But the worst is talk radio who even bet on the scores next scorer when the game is being played.
Also newspapers who promote football
Yet all want the players banned – f**ckin hypocrites the lot of them
Fenham to Chalfont
Mar 29, 2024 at 12:27 PM
Comment #21#19 on what basis is that?
Only on here to stir the pot, nothing else. What a sad life to lead as being your only soul purpose in life is to stalk a football blog to antagonise strangers and clearly done it for years for your fix. Really pathetic behaviour and sad!
Fenham to Chalfont
Mar 29, 2024 at 12:31 PM
Comment #22Ok that’s me off to Tynemouth with the family. Nice to day to walk along the beach. Laters all and have a great Good Friday…but not the haters!
magscar
Mar 29, 2024 at 12:38 PM
Comment #23Charlie
I get what your saying but its not the advertising that creates the addiction in the same way that advertising or selling alcohol doesn’t create alcoholics
I can see why it might be a good idea to ban betting co’s displayed on shirts just as alcohol was but it’s more an ethical one that thinking it would stop gambling addiction or make it less attractive
Let’s face it like many other issues we face it’s onlne that has exploded the problem and no longer just bookies or fruit machines in pubs
I don’t bet personally but there are a lot of people who get enjoyment from it and do so responsibly – because they are able to unfortunately there are those who can’t
Individual pundits’ opinions might be wrong minded but even some of our fans think he’s a fool
magscar
Mar 29, 2024 at 12:43 PM
Comment #24Magic
Lovely song and good performance – lyrics will chime with many who have suffered loss
Mund
Mar 29, 2024 at 12:47 PM
Comment #25Fenham
All good here mate. Hope the family are all sound
That’s life pal
magscar
Mar 29, 2024 at 12:50 PM
Comment #26Magic
Checked a few of her other videos out – particularly enjoyed her Medley of Christy Moore songs live at INEC arena Killarney as i’m long term fan of his
magscar
Mar 29, 2024 at 1:00 PM
Comment #27For those who celebrate Easter (or who like 90’s music) here’s a link to a brilliant performance of The Manchester Passion in 2006 – I remember fondly it from the live showing on Good Friday that year and have watched it on several Easter’s since
Even a Newcastle connection with Darren Morfitt – main actor
https://youtu.be/UAfLCV9ZeZY?si=QIzsiXIUOWoQ8rin
Highly recommend it
magicmac54
Mar 29, 2024 at 1:20 PM
Comment #28magscar
I`m also a big fan of Christy Moore, in relation to young Meadhbh Walsh, when i was a Driving Instructor and during the covid crisis, i had to contend with 3 lengthy lockdowns, to get through that horrible time i spent a lot of my time listening to music, and that`s when i first came across her music, and incidentally it was during that time that she came to prominence, you could say that terrible time really worked in her favour mate.
IrishRob
Mar 29, 2024 at 1:26 PM
Comment #29The problem i have with Botman is under no circumstances should a player be able to make medical decisions over trained doctors and physios.
Imo the club still are at fault for being the ones to allow it.
Toon Irish
Mar 29, 2024 at 1:28 PM
Comment #30Didn’t realise we’ve got so many psychologist, counselor on this blog.i know where to go if I’m ever feeling down.
magicmac54
Mar 29, 2024 at 1:28 PM
Comment #31Huge breaking news at this side of the pond!!
DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson steps down with immediate effect , he has been charged with allegations of a historical sexual nature.
Essex Geordie Bill
Mar 29, 2024 at 1:31 PM
Comment #32Tough choices for the Bingo and trying to get clues from the presser, I was tempted to pick Amanda for somewhere in the team.
However I’ve a sneaky suspicion the Hall might get a game.
But I reckon the EA will only be in the squad and Longy will start.
IrishRob
Mar 29, 2024 at 1:36 PM
Comment #33Im celebrating easter with a big steak tonight. Then prayers in the nightclub on sunday!
Praise Jesus!
magicmac54
Mar 29, 2024 at 1:49 PM
Comment #34Essex Geordie
Bill
Afternoon Bill, i would love to see young Lewis Hall in the starting lineup tomorrow, but can`t see it happening Bill, my best guess is he will possibly be brought on from the bench at some stage mate.
HWTL
Toon Irish
Mar 29, 2024 at 1:55 PM
Comment #35Magicmac
Yeah I heard that.i also heard it was with his own daughter.shocking behaviour.
magicmac54
Mar 29, 2024 at 1:56 PM
Comment #36Irish Rob
I`ll be celebrating Easter with a fish supper and a pint of milk tonight, but enjoy you`re big steak young Rob, don`t forget the peppered sauce 😀 😀
HWTL
magicmac54
Mar 29, 2024 at 2:02 PM
Comment #37Toon Irish
Afternoon mate, i never heard anything about it being with his daughter to be honest, that would be absolutely shocking if it were true, the local news will be worth watching tonight mate, the truth will undoubtedly come out in the coming days though.
HWTL
magscar
Mar 29, 2024 at 2:18 PM
Comment #38Magic
Yes music helped me through the pandemic
Going to head out for a few beers with mates – might be fish supper to finish we’ll see
magscar
Mar 29, 2024 at 2:21 PM
Comment #39IrishRob
As I understand it Botman decided he didn’t want an operation ( are you suggesting that it’s the Club’s right to insist he had one?) at that stage and felt OK to play for then
Eddie explained things well in his presser –
magicmac54
Mar 29, 2024 at 2:24 PM
Comment #40magscar
Enjoy the beers with you`re mates my friend ( Slainte )
HWTL