Happy Face Posted October 28, 2013 Share Posted October 28, 2013 If Newcastle can get themselves into the giddy heights of a quarter-final place, some time will be bought, if not a lot. If Pardew goes into the game and doesn’t go for it, and with Chelsea and Tottenham next up in the Premier League, he puts himself under more pressure. I don't see it that way like. If he plays full strength and loses, badly, and picks up any more knocks/bans then he's in a far worse position. I reckon he'll go for the face-saving tactic of putting out the reserves to excuse the inevitable defeat. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRon Posted October 28, 2013 Share Posted October 28, 2013 If Newcastle can get themselves into the giddy heights of a quarter-final place, some time will be bought, if not a lot. If Pardew goes into the game and doesn’t go for it, and with Chelsea and Tottenham next up in the Premier League, he puts himself under more pressure. I don't see it that way like. If he plays full strength and loses, badly, and picks up any more knocks/bans then he's in a far worse position. I reckon he'll go for the face-saving tactic of putting out the reserves to excuse the inevitable defeat. To be scared of losing is one thing, to be scared of losing badly pretty much sums Pardew up tbh. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest chopey Posted October 28, 2013 Share Posted October 28, 2013 We all know Pardews brief is to stay out of the cups, stay out of Europe and stay in the premiership, we are the least ambitious team in all four divisions. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJ_NUFC Posted October 28, 2013 Share Posted October 28, 2013 If Newcastle can get themselves into the giddy heights of a quarter-final place, some time will be bought, if not a lot. If Pardew goes into the game and doesn’t go for it, and with Chelsea and Tottenham next up in the Premier League, he puts himself under more pressure. I don't see it that way like. If he plays full strength and loses, badly, and picks up any more knocks/bans then he's in a far worse position. I reckon he'll go for the face-saving tactic of putting out the reserves to excuse the inevitable defeat. To be scared of losing is one thing, to be scared of losing badly pretty much sums Pardew up tbh. "No more goals!" Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ste Posted October 28, 2013 Share Posted October 28, 2013 Editor of the Chronicle.. Darren Thwaites @DarrenThwaites 16m We'd prefer to be banned than gagged #nufc @EveningChron http://bit.ly/1a9VsZ6 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGuv Posted October 28, 2013 Share Posted October 28, 2013 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdckelly Posted October 28, 2013 Share Posted October 28, 2013 Thwaites went on to assure supporters that it would be business as usual in bringing the best independent coverage of NUFC. yet Lee Ryder continues to be employed. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr Venkman Posted October 28, 2013 Share Posted October 28, 2013 Thwaites went on to assure supporters that it would be business as usual in bringing the best independent coverage of NUFC. yet Lee Ryder continues to be employed. He's almost certainly the best they can attract though, they're just a small paper. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wullie Posted October 28, 2013 Share Posted October 28, 2013 Thwaites went on to assure supporters that it would be business as usual in bringing the best independent coverage of NUFC. yet Lee Ryder continues to be employed. He's almost certainly the best they can attract though, they're just a small paper. I disagree there like, the bloke can barely speak English. I'll do it for a start. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdckelly Posted October 28, 2013 Share Posted October 28, 2013 The letter was received last week but, as editor Darren Thwaites explained in his statement earlier today, we chose to stay silent to ensure the story of our ban didn't disrupt the build-up to the vital derby game. Dear Darren, Regarding the following articles: The Chronicle – “ Get out of Toon: Fans plan protest march in bid to oust Ashley ” (page 1 September 7) The Chronicle – “ Toon campaign groups hoping to oust Ashley ” (pages 2 – 3, September 7) The Chronicle – “ Fans hoping to replace Ashley ” (back page, September 7) The Chronicle – “ Time for change – time for Newcastle fans to take charge of their own club ” (pages 50 – 51, September 7) Sunday Sun – “ This weekend will prove how angry fans really are ” (pages 98 – 99, October 13) The Journal – “‘ Lack of ambition’ sees fans take to the streets ” (page 12, October 19) The Chronicle – “ March if you want him out ” (page 1, October 19) The Chronicle - “ Anti-Ashley protesters set to take to the city’s streets ” (pages 2 - 3, October 19) Sunday Sun – “ Hundreds join protest march as Kinnear outlines United’s position ” (page 96) The Chronicle - “ Disgruntled fans hit out at Ashley ” (page 8, October 21) The Journal – “ Fans are United in their opposition to Ashley ” (page 4, October 21) ChronicleLive – “ Frustrated fans march Newcastle’s streets in Mike Ashley prote st” (October 21) I write in reference to the above coverage in The Chronicle, The Journal and Sunday Sun regarding the protest march on Saturday 19 October by a small number of Newcastle United fans operating under the campaign name Time4Change. It is quite frankly staggering that you devoted 15 full pages, including two front page splashes, a back page, three double-page spreads and a remarkable six full pages in one (September 7) in The Chronicle to a protest march which ultimately was attended by approximately 300 supporters. Even if the 1,000 supporters expected by the organisers had marched your coverage would have been disproportionate. Given the turnout was significantly less than this, in fact only just over a quarter of that anticipated, something your coverage following the march failed to reference or reflect whatsoever, you should be in no doubt as to the strength of feeling that exists within the club in relation to your coverage. Indeed after reviewing all of the above articles, and in particular, the front page headline and a large map outlining the route of the march, spread over two pages in The Chronicle on 19 October it is our opinion there was an underlying message of encouragement and support provided by your titles in the lead-up to the day and on the day itself. We feel strongly that the turnout at the march renders your extraordinary coverage completely disproportionate. Furthermore it is evident from the scale and prominence you devoted to it that your agenda was the pursuit of sales based on an anti-Newcastle United stance, rather than a fair and balanced approach. We could never dream of generating this level of coverage, over such an extended time-frame, for some of our positive news such as some of the fantastic work undertaken by our Foundation in the local community which benefits so many or the recent announcement of reciprocal ticket pricing for away fans which received a fraction of the coverage of the march. Having given due consideration to the above and your response to my email of Monday 21 October, the club’s owner, director of football, board of directors and team manager have reached a unanimous decision that the three NCJ Media titles, The Chronicle, The Journal and Sunday Sun, will not be permitted access to any media facilities, press conferences and player interviews at Newcastle United indefinitely and with immediate effect. We do not require a reply to this letter, our position on this issue is not up for negotiation. Yours sincerely, Wendy Taylor Head of Media, Newcastle United http://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/news/north-east-news/full-text-letter-newcastle-united-6249120#.Um53xDbItrk.twitter Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest neesy111 Posted October 28, 2013 Share Posted October 28, 2013 How many people actually turned out for the march btw? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdckelly Posted October 28, 2013 Share Posted October 28, 2013 How many people actually turned out for the march btw? most common number I've seen is 500 but open to correction Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJ_NUFC Posted October 28, 2013 Share Posted October 28, 2013 Wendy's right. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happy Face Posted October 28, 2013 Share Posted October 28, 2013 So the coverage was disproportionate cos only a few hundred turned out in the rain....but the coverage was geared towards selling papers? Is it just me that thinks there's a contradiction there? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJ_NUFC Posted October 28, 2013 Share Posted October 28, 2013 The fascists at SJP have over-shown their hand with that preposterous email letter. Not only is it clear they micro-analyse every single thing ever written about the regime in the local media, it's also clear they're in the business of controlling the narrative. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SEMTEX Posted October 28, 2013 Share Posted October 28, 2013 daft cow Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peppe Posted October 28, 2013 Share Posted October 28, 2013 the pursuit of sales based on an anti-Newcastle United stance It's not an anti-Newcastle United stance, it's an anti-the-fucking-cunts-in-charge stance. If they even have a stance, which they probably don't. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdckelly Posted October 28, 2013 Share Posted October 28, 2013 The fascists at SJP have over-shown their hand with that preposterous email. Not only is it clear they micro-analyse every single thing ever written about the regime in the local media, it's also clear they're in the business of controlling the narrative. far be it from me to point out these things but well thats what all clubs would like to do Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest chopey Posted October 28, 2013 Share Posted October 28, 2013 She forgot to mention that at no time during the march was any Sports direct logos displayed by the supporters (which Ashley hates) Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Posted October 28, 2013 Share Posted October 28, 2013 Two thirds of those articles were published before the march, how exactly were the media to know how many would turn out before it happened? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Disco Posted October 28, 2013 Share Posted October 28, 2013 the pursuit of sales based on an anti-Newcastle United stance It's not an anti-Newcastle United stance, it's an anti-the-fucking-cunts-in-charge stance. If they even have a stance, which they probably don't. Newcastle United = Mike Ashley Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdckelly Posted October 28, 2013 Share Posted October 28, 2013 She forgot to mention that at no time during the march was any Sports direct logos displayed by the supporters (which Ashley hates) not quite but they did stand in front of one which is close enough http://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2013/10/28/article-0-18DB678B00000578-670_634x408.jpg Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Posted October 28, 2013 Share Posted October 28, 2013 300+ isn't too shabby anyway IMO, considering the fractured nature of the various protest groups. The club have done a great job of sweeping such an insignificant event under the carpet anyway. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest chopey Posted October 28, 2013 Share Posted October 28, 2013 She forgot to mention that at no time during the march was any Sports direct logos displayed by the supporters (which Ashley hates) not quite but they did stand in front of one which is close enough http://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2013/10/28/article-0-18DB678B00000578-670_634x408.jpg Ha HA .........my point blown out of the water there....... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Conjo Posted October 28, 2013 Share Posted October 28, 2013 daft cow Prontonising cow Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Create an account or sign in to comment
You need to be a member in order to leave a comment
Create an account
Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!
Register a new accountSign in
Already have an account? Sign in here.
Sign In Now