Memphis

We can barely even string one pass together.

We could not look less inspired right now.  Absolutely lifeless.

The only reason I'd be in favor of selling Duff at this stage is if it's a condition to push through the club's sale.

Krul MOTM

I'll take a point given the circumstances.  Arguably the toughest place to play in the Championship.

Now we just need to ensure Real Madrid fuck off away from the legend that is Krul...

Coming on this late Nile will only be able to get two, I'm afraid.

Hughton's bottled this.

Yep.

Barton for Nolan and either LuaLua for Jonas or Ranger for Shola.

And KRUL IS A LEGEND!!!!!

Sholinho was brilliant there.

GET JONAS THE FUCK OFF THE PITCH

Ranger would have scored twice from that Nolan chance.

This match is made for Ranger.

Jonas is knackered.  Nile for Jonas.

We'll win 4-1 on the inevitable hat trick.

Never mind.  Back to normal.

COLO IN DECENT DEFENDING SHOCKER!

As bad as we have been at times, at least the effort seems to be there.  We're showing a little bottle when called upon.

And if WBA are presumed to be the class of the Championship, we really ought to do quite well this season.  We are in shambles off the pitch, with no owner, manager, or plan for success - and with a squad down to its bare bones - and we're comfortably the better side at the Hawthorns (save for some truly shocking defending).

Coloccini is absolutely useless.  A so-called Argentine international unable to handle a 17 year old making his Championship debut. That sums it up.

At least Jonas looks like he gives a fuck.

FKN get in Marley!

For the other Americans, in addition to ESPN360.com, the match is also being shown live on Setanta Xtra (DirecTV Ch. 622) at 12:15 Eastern (and tape-delayed at 5 Eastern on Setanta USA).

I'd be thrilled with a draw today.

That 4-1 comment is absolutely brilliant.

I made that. But remove it man as it's not allowed.

Well done.  Surely we can make exceptions for this occasion.

Don't know who did it or if it has been posted, but this is an excellent tribute video:

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Finally the man is at peace.  My thoughts and prayers to his family and friends.  What a legend.  I always loved his enthusiasm and passion for the game and for Newcastle United in particular.  Always inspired me and it gave me a real sense of joy when he was our manager.

The Profitable Group can confirm that it has expressed an initial interest in acquiring Newcastle United. A preliminary discussion with the representatives appointed to handle the sale of the club has been held but contrary to some reports no direct talks have been held with either the Owner, Mike Ashley, or the Chairman, Derek Lambias.

 

The Group consider the leaking of The Group's interest in this matter unfortunate, and as supporters of Newcastle United seek only to serve in the best interests of the cluib, the fans and the local community.

 

The Group will not be making any further comment at the present time.

If the proofreading of a simple statement is anything to go by, the Profitable Group is off to a roaring start.

In terms of business it makes absolute sense to cash in on him now, he didn't want to be here and he's starting to get on a bit. It's the sentimental side of it that sucks, eleven years at the club and he's finally decided to chuck in the towel, just wish he'd held out for the big club he deserved

Think this sums it up for me.

On his day the best shot stopper I've watched. 

Among the many problems here is that this expected result continues to put the club into a greater and greater downward spiral. 

As we fail to achieve results, we creep closer to relegation and the uncertainty within the squad grows.  As we look less attractive to a potential buyer, Ashley's continued insistence on making megabucks on any potential purchase of the club looks less and less likely, meaning he just won't sell up.  If he doesn't sell up, we will not have a stable manager, and without a stable manager, we won't get any results...and the whole spiral begins anew, only deeper.

I've never felt this resigned to failure before.  But I have never wanted to be wrong more in my life.

Next manager odds from Ladbrokes:

Gustavo Poyet 6/4

Dennis Wise 4/1

Didier Deschamps 9/2

Alan Shearer 5/1

David Moyes 6/1

Harry Redknapp 12/1

Steve Bruce 12/1

Alan Curbishley 16/1

Gerrad Houllier 16/1

Frank Rijkaard 20/1

Javier Irureta 20/1

Miguel Angel Lotina 20/1

Roberto Mancini 20/1

Slaven Bilic 20/1

David O'Leary 25/1

Jose Camacho 25/1

Gordon Strachan 33/1

Graham Souness 33/1

Gus Hiddink 33/1

Marcello Lippi 33/1

Ottmar Hitzfeld 33/1

Roberto Martinez 33/1

Sam Allardyce 33/1

Stuart Pearce 33/1

Zico 33/1

Glenn Hoddle 40/1

Ruud Gullit 40/1

Terry Venables  40/1

George Graham  66/1

Provided there's an adequate replacement in the works (and KK's quotes seem to indicate there is), I'm not all that concerned.  Sounds like he had a bit of an attitude problem and he wanted away.  We've made the best of a bad situation.  He is not irreplaceable by any means. 

Didn't see the first half, but watching now, this is some mind-numbing stuff.

Milner : crossing :: Smith : finishing