Dave Posted May 26, 2017 Share Posted May 26, 2017 He only started slightly over half of the games last season. That's why Wow, didn't realise he'd missed that much. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sempuki Posted May 26, 2017 Share Posted May 26, 2017 Well done Mr Teeth. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pilko Posted May 26, 2017 Share Posted May 26, 2017 Feel like you have to easily give it to Gayle up until end of January, at which point Ritchie took the mantle and literally dragged us through some games. Can see why it's such a close call on here tbh. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
54 Posted July 3, 2017 Share Posted July 3, 2017 https://www.premierleague.com/news/424639?sf94892567=1 Adrian Clarke’s analysis of the promoted clubs concludes with one final look at Newcastle United. After focusing on their set-piece threat and Rafa Benitez's management style, Clarke examines the Magpies' very own Ian Wright. Gayle force Wearing the iconic No 9 shirt for Newcastle United is an honour that brings with it great responsibility, Dwight Gayle has thrived under the pressure. He scored 23 Championship goals from 28 starts during a fabulous debut campaign at St James’ Park. The former Crystal Palace striker was often used as a substitute or in a wide attacking role during his Selhurst Park days, but Benitez saw him as a centre-forward capable of leading the line. It was the right decision. A rounded striker Playing on the shoulder of defenders, Gayle’s speed and energy stretches play and opens up additional room for team-mates. Using his pace to full advantage, six of Gayle’s 23 goals stemmed from runs he made in beyond his markers, latching on to through-balls to score. With midfield distributors such as Jonjo Shelvey, Matt Ritchie and Mohamed Diame supplying the ammunition, Gayle was always a livewire threat. Goals scored by Gayle 2016/17 The Newcastle striker is also an instinctive finisher who scores a wide range of goals. Last term he shared 19 strikes between his left (nine) and right feet (10), dispatching clinical efforts one-touch, two-touch, or on the back of dribbles. Right place, right time While he is confident enough to take on efforts from distance, Gayle is probably best described as a six-yard box predator. During 2016/17 he popped up to slot home 11 goals from inside that zone. Whenever the ball is out wide the 26-year-old makes razor sharp runs, and that is the key ingredient behind his success. Mixing his runs up between near post, far post and central areas, Gayle’s bright mind and sharpness over three or four yards means he offers terrific options to Newcastle’s creators. Statistically he is far better at attacking deliveries from the right wing. He got on the end of eight crosses from that flank to score, compared with two from the left, but this may have been down to the quality of service. Top-flight credentials? Can Gayle cut it in the Premier League? I believe he can. A player who demonstrated excellent finishing in short bursts with Crystal Palace, he registered conversion rates of 17%, 25% and 35% during his last three top-flight seasons at Selhurst Park. This is even more impressive considering that many of his appearances came from the bench. Now deployed as the principle striker rather than as a winger, he should in theory receive goal opportunities in better areas on a more consistent basis. Gayle reminds me greatly of Ian Wright. His energetic style is extremely similar to the Arsenal legend. The runs he makes are of the same ilk and they lemd themselves to a diverse assortment of goals. Given the right service I am sure Gayle will score plenty of goals for Newcastle United next season. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yorkie Posted July 3, 2017 Share Posted July 3, 2017 Have every confidence he'll do well next season. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
afar Posted July 3, 2017 Share Posted July 3, 2017 Have every confidence he'll do well next season. I think so too, his availability could be the difference between us being in a comfortable position or in a relegation fight, especially if this summer of inactivity continues. Interview up on the official site: https://www.nufc.co.uk/nufc-tv/latest-videos/gayle-glad-to-be-back?autoplay=true&isloggedin=true Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
thenige Posted July 3, 2017 Share Posted July 3, 2017 Only thing about Gayle was that in some games we struggled to retain possession due to playing a direct style and his inability to get onto the (admittedly at times poor) service. Have no doubt if given chances he'll score mind, and injuries withstanding, deserves a shot at leading the line for us next season. Just worry against some of the more physical sides we may find ourselves a bit more on the back foot that we'd like. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Conjo Posted July 3, 2017 Share Posted July 3, 2017 He got on the end of eight crosses from that flank to score, compared with two from the left, but this may have been down to the quality of service. No shit. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRon Posted July 4, 2017 Share Posted July 4, 2017 Have every confidence he'll do well next season. At the moment we better hope he does, not to mention steer clear of injuries because we don't have a lot else up front if he's out for any significant period of time. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
U2 Posted August 3, 2017 Share Posted August 3, 2017 Did we find out why he missed yesterday's game? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
xLiaaamx Posted August 3, 2017 Share Posted August 3, 2017 He was in the squad was he not? Not really missing if so. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
U2 Posted August 3, 2017 Share Posted August 3, 2017 Did we find out why he didn't come on the pitch during yesterday's game? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sho Time Posted August 3, 2017 Share Posted August 3, 2017 AIDS Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Si Posted August 3, 2017 Share Posted August 3, 2017 AIDS Complicated. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elric Posted August 3, 2017 Share Posted August 3, 2017 Complications from AIDS. Edit: Si you bastard Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Si Posted August 3, 2017 Share Posted August 3, 2017 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiotes Witch Doctor Posted August 4, 2017 Share Posted August 4, 2017 He's going to miss the first game isn't he Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
HaydnNUFC Posted August 4, 2017 Share Posted August 4, 2017 Probably not, no. Was on the bench but not brought on. Why, f*** knows. But if he was injured to the point he was to miss Spurs we would've heard about it, like we did for Yedlin. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
xLiaaamx Posted August 4, 2017 Share Posted August 4, 2017 He wouldn't have flew to Germany if he wasn't able to play any part in the game. Let alone been on the bench. It was likely just a choice. Wouldn't be surprised if he plays 70+ against Hellas. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
M1tche Posted August 4, 2017 Share Posted August 4, 2017 Should be playing tomorrow, as a few of my mates who are close to him have gone up for the game/weekend and they only go if he's playing (not Newcastle fans). Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JP Posted August 4, 2017 Share Posted August 4, 2017 Should be playing tomorrow, as a few of my mates who are close to him have gone up for the game/weekend and they only go if he's playing (not Newcastle fans). Can't be that close they're heading up to SJP on the wrong day Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kanji Posted August 4, 2017 Share Posted August 4, 2017 savage Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
HaydnNUFC Posted August 4, 2017 Share Posted August 4, 2017 #ITK Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gosforth Lad Posted August 4, 2017 Share Posted August 4, 2017 Was a little bit hit and miss in the Premier League before, but with a good season under his belt who knows what he can achieve this time. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiresias Posted August 5, 2017 Share Posted August 5, 2017 He shoots early, gets it on target reliably, is in the right place for the tap ins, if he isn't scoring it'll be the service. His issue I guess is he's not one who will often make a goal himself out of the blue. Also think top notch defenders may be able to prevent him ever getting the ball Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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