Tag Archives: Newcastle United

Sir Bobby Robson 1933 – 2009

Posted on July 31, 2009 by Michael

Today the gentleman of British football Sir Robert William Robson CBE passed away. Born on 18th February 1933, in Sacriston, County Durham, the son of a pitman, he grew up in Langley Park, and would go to St James’ Park … Continue reading →

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You Cannot Be Sirous

Posted on July 30, 2009 by Michael

According to various new sources, an Iranian tycoon based in Dubai, Sirous Mahjoob, is about to buy Newcastle United. I first heard little snippets about this last night, but they were from sources I have found to be unreliable in … Continue reading →

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Another Week, No Progress

Posted on June 22, 2009 by Michael

Well another week has gone by and we still have no new owner, no manager, and worst of all, no weekend trip to Blackpool . There are allegedly four interested buyers, including a South African consortium, the Sultan of Oman, … Continue reading →

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What a Mess!!!

Posted on June 12, 2009 by Michael

Well what a week we have had, the club is still up for sale, and the owner has asked people to email in their offers. We have no manager and have no idea what players are staying, who is going … Continue reading →

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The Toon Good for the Championship?

Posted on June 4, 2009 by Michael

I heard this on Five Live on Sunday, but I am glad it has appeared in print now. Newcastle United’s plight is good for Championship division – Newcastle Journal Its been stated that the relegation of Newcastle United will be … Continue reading →

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Welcome to the Championship!

Posted on May 26, 2009 by Michael

Well it was confirmed on Sunday that next year games at Liverpool, Arsenal and Manchester United will be replaced with Peterborough, Scunthorpe and Barnsley! Newcastle United have been relegated to the Coca-Cola Championship after 16 years in the Premier League. … Continue reading →

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