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Not even had a drink yet, and I thought "Eh, why are we playing in blue and white, was there a kit clash?"

I would hope he is unhappy about being on the bench, Wilson will be unhappy being there tonight but it’s about handling things correctly and showing the right attitude to get back in. Won’t put too much weight behind random Twitter/YouTube sources, as I think ASM is an easy target to make rumours up about. I have the same thoughts as I did when it came to Dubravka leaving. He’s been almost a guaranteed starter when fit, I’d be disappointed to see him spit the dummy due to healthy competition and a lack of fight. I think he’ll stay and come good, personally.

RIP. I remember him trying to get himself subbed off when he knew he was getting a red card.

I think Shola has slipped into more of an ambassadorial role these days.

immediate investigation required by the food safety standards as to just what exactly they put in that Prime drink.

Rarely see Trippier get done now, him and Almiron tracking back have the right flank locked down tight.

For me, Arteta cost his side a win with his touchline antics. Their heads completely went, couldn’t imagine playing for a manager that allows the occasion and not the game to become his sole focus. When they needed coaching and guidance, he was making himself the main character while Howe constantly gave feedback and made subtle changes. They’ll make it all about Newcastle managing the game and manufacturing their time to take the foot off the pedal, but Arteta badly let his team down.

Approaching 10 hours without conceding a goal. This team is desperate now for some added creativity and explosiveness in attack. We feel very jaded in that area and obviously Isak coming in will help, but I’d love more options for our wings and central midfield.

Takes a lot for Howe to react like that like.

I think Howe will be pointing out that they’ve barely laid a glove on us, we have to keep going. ASM hopefully a great option from the bench to give us that extra.

2-2. Willock and Bruno. Martinelli and Nketiah for Arsenal.

Ando who?

I've a feeling he brings Wilson back in for Wood, the rest unchanged.

I know there was a temporary rule change to allow players to be registered for 3 different clubs in a season due to concerns during COVID of players being left unemployed. Not sure if it’s still in place, but I do believe the EFL have it in place permanently now.

Would have thought he’d played his last game for us, if it’s true that he allegedly gave Howe a wet willy before he left. Ruffled Tindalls hair too, which apparently is a big no go due to the delicate Turkish styling he has.

I love shit like that you know, gets a bit boring seeing them in their Range Rovers.

Marsch is playing the game. I thought Rodger’s was too complimentary pre match, seems Marsch is going the opposite way which is fine, I don’t think you can fuck with this squads mentality right now.

Keep forgetting he’s here, tbh. What a bonus it’ll be to have him fit and ready to go.

Too much gets made of a shot going through the legs of a keeper sometimes. It’s through the legs of an athletic man, it’s not through the legs of a Steve Bruce or an Augustus Gloop. Same with Frances opener against England, so much time to react.

Thought Hennessey made the wrong choice, with the conditions in mind he should have just got a foot to it.

I don't think he's anywhere near playing to his full ability yet. Bags of potential, fantastic attitude... he rocked up in the midst of a relegation battle with supreme confidence and continues to improve. Love him to bits. I don't even remember who posted it at this stage, but still have a chuckle to myself when I remember someone saying he didn't look like much of an athlete.

Just nerves I reckon, think he’s realised it’s happening and it’s getting worse from there. I sometimes get it in my left leg if I’m standing talking in front of a group of people. Weird when you think he’s captained multiple sides and his country, I guess he’s just been advised to do this to help get another job and he fucking hates talking on tv.