Mistle17

I think the idea of Ben Arfa as a 'false 9' could potentially be very successful, especially with players such as Sissoko, Marveaux, Anita, Cabaye and Gouffran behind and supporting. Besides being a tad rusty, we didn't- as a team- play high and wide enough to support Ben Arfa, creating space or dragging their defence out of shape. I've said it time and again: our transitions from defence to attack are appalling (as well as movement when in possession), and until that improves a system with Hatem as the false 9 wont fulfil its potential. Stop playing so direct, get him in between the lines, receive to face forward and support him. Then we'll start to see the benefits.

To put things into perspective, we've lost 14 league games this season- only Wigan (16) and Reading (15) have lost more than us. That means we've lost half our games this campaign. Yeah, class manager.

I couldn't agree more. Summed up very well.

We need Anita in games like these, not the liability that is Tiote.

Contract terminated. Good riddance to an absolute cunt. Great news.

I love him too, but frankly, they've been disqualified from my admiration by (a) Ken Bates, then (b) Abramovich. Much like Man City, I ceased to think of Chelsea as the same entity when Roman bought them. Not a conscious decision, mind, just a gut feeling. tbh at least City's lot are dignified and seem to have common sense (or it could be my lingering good feelings to City due to my father being a fan for far longer than I've been around), Chelsea however.................... That's definitely it, aye.

True, but hugely impressed with Haidara Oh, me too. He looked really solid on Thursday, but I think he should have to work for his place- its not like he's replacing or competing against Simpson.

Still cant believe that goal from Papiss! Different class. Nearly got choked out by Ash during the celebrations

No one see Santon's performance today? The guy is class. LB is his as far as I'm concerned.

WHY IS THERE NO MARVEAUX, FFS!!!!

I don't think its a contest; Elliot any day over Harper. I'd probably have Alnwick over Harps, the guy is finished.

Nothing.

Yep, knocked out by Palermo when he was manager of Wham, the same Palermo season Krully made his debut. I think. That is correct.

If we're playing 4-2-3-1, then let us have disciplined DM's- i.e. no Tiote- and free up our attacking front four and let our full backs bomb forward and pen them back. Be positive, that's what its all about. Get the crowd on our side from the start and nail the fuckers; they're not that good at all. We're Newcastle United, man. We've got to be beating the likes of Southampton. Howay!

Lets face it, it really doesn't matter how you play or what you win, you're doomed from the start at Madrid

In short, you should stop betting.

Tickled me, that. Sounds like a serious claim to fame! I'll go for Svetoslav Todorov. Quite good for Portsmouth before injuries derailed him. Think he's somewhere in Ukraine now.

There is a god. Little prick had it coming.

Don't think Adam Johnson will cause too many problems to us. We have two solid full backs which is more than we've had on the last 3/4 occasions. Johnson went missing at their place this season, we have far, far superior players in Marveaux, Gouffran and of course, Ben Arfa. Hopefully Cuntermole plays and Sissoko can fucking destroy the little rat boy. The derby isn't worth thinking about yet, imo. They're far too irrelevant atm to us.

Wait, say that again?

Honestly, the raw passion and excitement that St.James' Park can generate is simply unique and breathtaking at times. Man Utd, Chelsea, City, Liverpool and Arsenal can all shove their millions and 'top 4' rubbish up their arse, NUFC offers such a strong sense of identity and belonging, that when you defy the odds you feel so proud and close to the club. With regards to Chelsea's fans they were woeful. I saw a couple of feeble 'Rafa Out' banners displayed- one even said, "Rafa Out Fact"? What is that supposed to mean? Didn't hear a peep out of them, even when they were 1-2 up. They just don't deserve the success they've had in the last 10 years. Also, last night in Weatherspoons in The Gate there was a massive scrap in the centre of floor. I'm certain those lads, or the majority involved, were Cockney's. Wasn't nice to see.

Usually the day after a win I have a spring in my step and Sunday's are highly enjoyable, but I'm really ecstatic about yesterday still! What an unbelievable result, seeing the celebrations afterwards was amazing, it was like we had just won the Champions League- everyone staying behind and signing in The Corner It really is days like yesterday that supporting NUFC is unbeatable. Proper buzzing! The French Revolution is here

We look so much better without Tiote. He's just an idiot on the pitch. I'll go for about a 6 now.

Absolutely love it when that place gets going, it's by far the nosiest in England when in the mood. What a game today!

Still want him gone at the end of the season, he's showed complete incompetence all season. He's not good enough for where this clubs wants to/should be. But, in saying that, well done to him today- he didn't panic (as people said) and press the self destruct button. Despite Chelsea's goals being two 'worldies', we did invite them on to us which is very dangerous. However, no point in being negative today, lets all celebrate one of the best wins this club has had in a long time