oldtype Posted July 25, 2011 Share Posted July 25, 2011 all these injuries could be a blessing in disquise. might highlight the lack of depth we have and spur us to go after another player or two I share this hope as well. Last time in a transfer window in that we were desperate for more players (Jan 2009) we've lost Given and N'Zogbia and got Nolan and R. Taylor. I don't share the hopes. We're "desperate" for new players every single transfer window. Don't be silly. January 2009 was even worse, though. In a time where Barton and Beye just got injured to only add to our huge injury list that time. I can't even remember when the last time we didn't "absolutely have to sign four~five quality players this window." When the team is in less dire straits the expectations just go up to match that. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Optimistic Nut Posted July 25, 2011 Share Posted July 25, 2011 Difference between that and saying it wasn't serious, and going into details of when he should be back. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ikon Posted July 25, 2011 Share Posted July 25, 2011 Was looking forward to see him have a stunner against Arsenal Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Consortium of one Posted July 25, 2011 Share Posted July 25, 2011 Hey, when he comes back it'll be like a new signing. At the deadline even! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Posted July 25, 2011 Share Posted July 25, 2011 Difference between that and saying it wasn't serious, and going into details of when he should be back. They didn't say whether it was serious or not, that's my point. http://www.nufc.co.uk/articles/20110721/ben-arfa-injury-update_2281670_2397940 Hatem Ben Arfa sustained an injury to his left ankle in a tackle during the club's friendly against Sporting Kansas on Wednesday evening and went to a local hospital for a precautionary x-ray. Consequently he will be leaving the club's US tour tomorrow and the injury will be reassessed over the next 48 hours. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SiLvOR Posted July 25, 2011 Share Posted July 25, 2011 all these injuries could be a blessing in disquise. might highlight the lack of depth we have and spur us to go after another player or two I share this hope as well. Last time in a transfer window in that we were desperate for more players (Jan 2009) we've lost Given and N'Zogbia and got Nolan and R. Taylor. I don't share the hopes. We're "desperate" for new players every single transfer window. Don't be silly. January 2009 was even worse, though. In a time where Barton and Beye just got injured to only add to our huge injury list that time. I can't even remember when the last time we didn't "absolutely have to sign four~five quality players this window." When the team is in less dire straits the expectations just go up to match that. I think a lot has to do with people's expectations. Yes, we do need to sign four or five quality players if we want to push on to Europe, that's the main aim for most fans to be honest. If we want to stand still and maybe become a top 10 side consistently, we don't "absolutely" need the four or five quality players. Anyway, gutted about Ben Arfa but if he misses say the first two or three games but plays for the rest of the season, we've had a touch. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ketsbaia Posted July 25, 2011 Share Posted July 25, 2011 Waiting til April for his return was painful, that being put back til August was torture and now waiting another month.....fucking hell man. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Geordiesned Posted July 25, 2011 Share Posted July 25, 2011 It'll be like having a new signing when he comes back... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beren Posted July 25, 2011 Share Posted July 25, 2011 3 weeks generally means 5-6 weeks in the world of injuries. The cross I bear. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Optimistic Nut Posted July 25, 2011 Share Posted July 25, 2011 Difference between that and saying it wasn't serious, and going into details of when he should be back. They didn't say whether it was serious or not, that's my point. http://www.nufc.co.uk/articles/20110721/ben-arfa-injury-update_2281670_2397940 Hatem Ben Arfa sustained an injury to his left ankle in a tackle during the club's friendly against Sporting Kansas on Wednesday evening and went to a local hospital for a precautionary x-ray. Consequently he will be leaving the club's US tour tomorrow and the injury will be reassessed over the next 48 hours. The fact they say "precautionary" hints at it though. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
alpal78 Posted July 26, 2011 Share Posted July 26, 2011 This is really depressing...and we all know 6 weeks is just an estimate. With the way things are on our injury front, would not be surprised if we only see him in full fitness after 10-12 weeks which is gonna be late October/early November! Sometimes our bad luck with injuries is just too much to take Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrmojorisin75 Posted July 26, 2011 Share Posted July 26, 2011 awesome Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Posted July 26, 2011 Share Posted July 26, 2011 Going to miss Arsenal and the derby according to tonight's Chronicle. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fenham Mag Posted July 26, 2011 Share Posted July 26, 2011 Going to miss Arsenal and the derby according to tonight's Chronicle. LC 2nd round return maybe? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skirge Posted July 26, 2011 Share Posted July 26, 2011 Back for Fulham if we are lucky Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skirge Posted July 26, 2011 Share Posted July 26, 2011 Ben Arfa out for a month AGONY ... Hatem Ben Arfa will miss the start of the season. By MILES STARFORTH Published on Tuesday 26 July 2011 12:15 HATEM Ben Arfa is out of Newcastle United’s season-opener against Arsenal – and the derby against Sunderland. The winger suffered an ankle injury against Sporting Kansas City last week. And after a thorough assessment, the Gazette understands that the club don’t expect Ben Arfa to return to training for another four weeks, with the 24-year-old having damaged ligaments. And that means he will miss Arsenal’s visit to St James’s Park on August 13, and the derby at the Stadium of Light a week later. However, manager Alan Pardew is still relieved the damage wasn’t more serious, the leg having been the same one he broke last October. More immediately, captain Fabricio Coloccini and midfielder Cheik Tiote are doubts for tonight’s final tour game against Columbus Crew with slight problems. And Ryan Taylor – who suffered a groin injury in Saturday’s defeat at Orlando City – definitely won’t feature. “Coloccini’s a slight doubt, as is Cheik,” Pardew told the Gazette. “Ryan Taylor’s definitely out, but I’m going to play a strong side.” Meanwhile, teenage left-back Paul Dummett – who had been in Holland with Peter Beardsley’s reserve team squad – is hoping to be involved against Columbus after joining up with the squad. “It was weird – one minute I was going shopping on a team day out, then the next thing the bus was stopped and I was pulled out and told to pack,” said the 19-year-old. “It’ll be an experience – I was buzzing when I heard. “It’s a long way, but worth it to play for Newcastle United. “I’m ready to play. I slept a lot on the flight, and I’m in condition as I played in Holland. http://www.shieldsgazette.com/sport/football/newcastle-united/black-white/ben_arfa_out_for_a_month_1_3616693 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ashley17 Posted July 26, 2011 Share Posted July 26, 2011 QPR (away) would be my guess for his return. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colocho Posted July 26, 2011 Share Posted July 26, 2011 Can't say I'm especially disappointed that he won't feature against Sunderland. Last match I would have wanted as his comeback... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ketsbaia Posted July 26, 2011 Share Posted July 26, 2011 Can't say I'm especially disappointed that he won't feature against Sunderland. Last match I would have wanted as his comeback... Although it would've been good to see him rip them a new one, you just know Clattermole would've crippled him. He'd make it his mission. And this way we get Shola up front with Ba! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fenham Mag Posted July 26, 2011 Share Posted July 26, 2011 Can't say I'm especially disappointed that he won't feature against Sunderland. Last match I would have wanted as his comeback... Yeh , i suppose to you its just another away loss. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
midds Posted July 26, 2011 Share Posted July 26, 2011 Ben Arfa would have been kicked off the park in the derby. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skirge Posted July 26, 2011 Share Posted July 26, 2011 If we kept to that way of thinking then he would never play, he will be targeted in every game he plays in, not just because he had a broken leg and will be concerned, but he is a real talent & a threat so any manager worth his salt would make sure he was constantly closed down. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wilson Posted July 26, 2011 Share Posted July 26, 2011 well i was really looking forward to seeing him in the derby...gutted Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattypnufc Posted July 26, 2011 Share Posted July 26, 2011 Fucking stupid fucking twat tackling like that in a friendly. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colocho Posted July 26, 2011 Share Posted July 26, 2011 Ben Arfa would have been kicked off the park in the derby. Exactly. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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