NEEJ Posted December 7, 2021 Share Posted December 7, 2021 I love Rafa and would've had him back in a heartbeat right up until we appointed Howe, but after that first press conference ended it all changed. Rafa was the right man at the wrong time, while Howe feels like a perfect fit for the here and now. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cf Posted December 7, 2021 Share Posted December 7, 2021 Given the choice, and had the takeover happened when he was available, I'd have taken Rafa. He had unfinished business here and was clearly taking us places. You can't doubt the man's credentials. At the same time I am more than pleased with Howe's appointment and he has my full support. Before he took the Everton gig there was still the slight chance we might have got him back. But at this point that ship has sailed and we need to look forwards. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yorkie Posted December 8, 2021 Share Posted December 8, 2021 55 minutes ago, NEEJ said: I love Rafa and would've had him back in a heartbeat right up until we appointed Howe, but after that first press conference ended it all changed. Rafa was the right man at the wrong time, while Howe feels like a perfect fit for the here and now. Nailed it. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AJ9 Posted December 8, 2021 Share Posted December 8, 2021 Would have taken Rafa at takeover, was underwhelmed with Howe when the search began. I’m now happy with Howe and the only way I would be keen for Rafa to come back would be if somehow this all went to shit. Rafa is/was a legend. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barnes23 Posted December 8, 2021 Share Posted December 8, 2021 Rafa for me. Howe deserves our full support and may go on to achieve great things, but Rafa's connection to the club, CV, holistic approach and standing in the game is simply on another level. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrRaspberryJam Posted December 8, 2021 Share Posted December 8, 2021 Rafa's gone man. Forget him and move on. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barnes23 Posted December 8, 2021 Share Posted December 8, 2021 4 minutes ago, Mr Raspberry Jam said: Rafa's gone man. Forget him and move on. I can support the new era of the club under Howe and retain a love and respect for everything Rafa did. Don't think there would be a takeover without him. It would have been a very small number of people on here who would have picked Howe over Rafa when the takeover went through. Seems daft to overturn my opinion on the basis of a handful of games and press conferences. I understand wanting the feeling of renewed hope and optimism to override all other judgements, though, and it's really awesome just to have those kinds of emotions associated with our club again. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thumbheed Posted December 8, 2021 Share Posted December 8, 2021 (edited) I think there's still a part of me that would still have Rafa back because irrespective of what happens at Everton, I feel like I know what I'd get if Rafa took over and would be excited for that, whereas Howe's still an unknown quantity for us. But having said that, I'm genuinely pleased with Howe but I just think I need those 1 or 2 convincing performances that tell me that what he's doing off the pitch is working and he's therefore the right man for the job, so until then I'll keep a healthy scepticism. Edited December 8, 2021 by Thumbheed Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRon Posted December 8, 2021 Share Posted December 8, 2021 14 hours ago, NEEJ said: I love Rafa and would've had him back in a heartbeat right up until we appointed Howe, but after that first press conference ended it all changed. Rafa was the right man at the wrong time, while Howe feels like a perfect fit for the here and now. Spot on. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Minhosa Posted December 8, 2021 Share Posted December 8, 2021 18 hours ago, 54 said: Saw a question on Reddit and found it interesting so figured id ask it here. If knowing what we know at this moment about Howe after 4 games and the atmosphere and uplift hes given the club. If you had the choice between Howe and Rafa immediately after the takeover had happened, who'd you now pick? Personally I'd go Howe, I still love Rafa, but there is something that just feels different with Eddie, the uplift hes bought, the style of football he plays, the fact that I could see him here in 10 year, it feels like a match made is heaven, and like it could be special. Rafa for me lyk. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dokko Posted December 8, 2021 Share Posted December 8, 2021 Think Eddie's flexibility and adaptability will show we have the right man for the job. Looking forward to see what he does against Leicester. A team out of form, a manager with his head turned and key players seemingly aging out. Free shot at this one. No pressure, no expectation and a great chance to undo some damage. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jackyboy Posted December 8, 2021 Share Posted December 8, 2021 It's just great to have a manager who cares once again and someone with some integrity. Winning trophies doesn't matter for now I'm just enjoying the ride Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lazarus Posted December 8, 2021 Share Posted December 8, 2021 Just watching the latest training sesh. I really miss the 'Ive has a shitter' bib - clark should have it on all month. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
cubaricho Posted December 8, 2021 Share Posted December 8, 2021 21 minutes ago, Lazarus said: Just watching the latest training sesh. Lads look like they're having a blast. Love it. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happinesstan Posted December 8, 2021 Share Posted December 8, 2021 ASM taking the shortcut will no doubt get the tongues wagging. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
toon25 Posted December 9, 2021 Share Posted December 9, 2021 Compare the energy and press to that pre-season video of Steve's lackeys getting players to run around stationary mannequins Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest HTT II Posted December 9, 2021 Share Posted December 9, 2021 More promising stuff: https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/newcastle-united-eddie-howe-gesture-22408723 Sorry for linking to that abomination of a website btw… Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest HTT II Posted December 9, 2021 Share Posted December 9, 2021 (edited) 17 hours ago, cubaricho said: Lads look like they're having a blast. Love it. It’s so refreshing that our media ‘team’ are now involved and that we are getting to see the lads train and some of the stuff they are working on, those look like class training sessions. Edited December 9, 2021 by HTT II Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest HTT II Posted December 9, 2021 Share Posted December 9, 2021 7 minutes ago, carpetman1 said: As folk are really wound up about the font of a sign, can I add my keyboard bashing to add that Eddie Howe's pronunciation of Noocarsel should be looked at? Heresy, I tell you! He was born eleven miles or so from Fatty, can we look forward to a chant of "you thinner Cockney bastard" if it all goes tits up? It winds me up even more when he fails to say whey aye man after every sentence… Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRon Posted December 9, 2021 Share Posted December 9, 2021 16 minutes ago, carpetman1 said: As folk are really wound up about the font of a sign, can I add my keyboard bashing to add that Eddie Howe's pronunciation of Noocarsel should be looked at? Heresy, I tell you! He was born eleven miles or so from Fatty, can we look forward to a chant of "you thinner Cockney bastard" if it all goes tits up? "You svelte Cockney bastard" rolls off the tongue better....but it shall never be sung, so don't ever raise this topic again. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dokko Posted December 9, 2021 Share Posted December 9, 2021 22 minutes ago, HTT II said: It winds me up even more when he fails to say whey aye man after every sentence… Well you know... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sh74 Posted December 9, 2021 Share Posted December 9, 2021 (edited) 44 minutes ago, Dokko said: Well you know... Edited December 9, 2021 by sh74 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yorkie Posted December 9, 2021 Share Posted December 9, 2021 1 hour ago, carpetman1 said: As folk are really wound up about the font of a sign, can I add my keyboard bashing to add that Eddie Howe's pronunciation of Noocarsel should be looked at? Heresy, I tell you! He was born eleven miles or so from Fatty, can we look forward to a chant of "you thinner Cockney bastard" if it all goes tits up? It's not about the font is it, though. It's about the fact it represents Mike Ashley and what he did to the club/the stadium. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobbydazzla Posted December 9, 2021 Share Posted December 9, 2021 (edited) 1 hour ago, carpetman1 said: As folk are really wound up about the font of a sign, can I add my keyboard bashing to add that Eddie Howe's pronunciation of Noocarsel should be looked at? Heresy, I tell you! He was born eleven miles or so from Fatty, can we look forward to a chant of "you thinner Cockney bastard" if it all goes tits up? Would you prefer he adopted a local accent like Shteeve did at Twente ? Edited December 9, 2021 by bobbydazzla Added smiley to show I wasn't genuinely offended Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRon Posted December 9, 2021 Share Posted December 9, 2021 I think @carpetman1 comment might have been slightly tongue in cheek btw, just in case anyone got genuinely offended. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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