Yogic

Thanks mate, I will be around as I love talking football with other fans and personally I like Newcastle. I like the side Souness has built - or tried to build and I feel with one or two more defensive signings you will be well sorted. Kluivert was a mistake and Souness realized that, replacing Alen is a massive task and maybe Owen is the right man. If you get to that 6th spot this season you will be able to attract a few rounded players from overseas and will have a complete squad, not only a first 11. That will give you an advantage over a lot of teams and will bring the good times back. I dont know if Souness is the right man, but I feel he needs to be given a fair chance to prove himself. He has been unlucky with injuries and maybe in 2 weeks he will have his 1st choice players to work with. I just hope it isnt too late and you dont fall too far behind - but I dont see that happening. Cheers

Yes the article in the Sun is just comical if anything - ridiculous paper ! Jose might come accross as arrogant to some, but he has earned the right to speak as he has always won what hes said he will. With Porto he won everything there was to win and each season before starting he told the press what he was going to win. He has always delivered and very rarely fails. Since he has taken over Chelsea we have lost once in the league (to a penalty) and thats an astonishing record. His ability to keep so many internationals happy and get them to perform week in week out is admirable. Personally I love the fellow, maybe its because im a lot like him in my life - well maybe not with the delivery but surely with the attitude Anyway, I dont want it to seem as if im here to talk about Jose and Chelsea. - What do you guys make of Parker? - the little that youv seen of him? Emre is an exceptional player and has a rich degree coming from Inter. Parker and him can certainly transform the team and with Solano (ok he isnt the quickest) and Luque on the flanks you look solid. I have watched Luque for 2 seasons now, he is good player and when on form is capable of producing that magic. He might be a tad weak, but his skill and pace makeup for it. I cant wait to watch the Newcastle side with all first choice players on form, I reckon you can beat any side in the League - well almost any side Cheers and good luck with the season.

I'm not sure we'll make top 6, but I find it hard to believe we'll be anywhere near relegation when the time comes. Some people on here just like to wallow in the worst-case scenario cos they need a daily dose of grumpiness. Who's your team, Yogic? 37789[/snapback] Here you go

I cant understand how some people here even have thoughts of Newcastle being relegated. You have spent close to 50M and have brought in some top quality players. Relagation is out of the question. Id say a top 6 finish looks highly possible and I would be glad if you got that.

Greetings, Firstly I am a Chelsea supporter, but I like watching Newcastle and I like the overwhelming support from the fans, thus I am interested in Newcastle's standings and have come here to get a bit involved. I think you have a fantastic starting 11. --------------------------Sherar------Owen ------------Luque------Parker--------Emre--------Solano --------Babayaro----Bmsng-----------Bramble----Carr ----------------------------------Given Thats a team as good as any and capable of winning a lot of games. I think you got to an unfortunate start. Boomsong made some comical errors and ost you a game or two. You have also been injury hit early on and the failure to sign a striker (untill Owen came) was another setback. Now the squad looks complete, I would only imagine a new defender be bought in the summer and you are well set. Souness will have to up his tactics which have had question marks this season. Im not sure if he has got it right so far, but having all the players fit will be a boost and im sure he can turn things around. Iv been saying that Spurs are the team to watch this season, but in all honesty you arent far behind them. Arsenal are not going to finish in the top3 and might even find it difficult to clinch a top4 spot, this means a lot of teams will move up and you have the players to get you a top6 spot - im sure of it. Good luck this season, Parker is a super player and I was very sad to see him leave. He is a warrior and will give the team his all, I think he has been one of the best players for NUFC this season and his understanding with Emre will be vital in your progress up the table. Cheers