Lucie is a sports writer and lifelong fan with a true passion for rugby, snooker, darts, Formula 1 and, of course, football. A devoted Arsenal supporter for many years and a self-confessed Gooner, she is never far from the Emirates action, whether she’s dissecting a tactical shift or celebrating a late winner. Her work covers match previews, results, breaking news, player profiles and opinion pieces, bringing a fan’s passion and a journalist’s eye for detail to every story.
Newcastle United’s Alfie Seldon has signed his first professional contract with the club, having spent a decade in the academy. The 17-year-old left-winger has marked his coming of age by putting pen to paper on a deal that rewards his progress at St James’ Park as he bids to make the first team. His birthday […]
MATCH REPORT Newcastle vs Aston Villa. Newcastle United suffered another defeat in the Premier League on Saturday at St James’ Park. Johan Manzambi got himself on the scoresheet in the first half, helping Aston Villa secure a narrow win. Lively Start, Little Reward In the Newcastle vs Aston Villa match this evening, Newcastle started brightly […]
Premier League | St James’ Park | Saturday 17 October, 5.30pm Matthias Jaissle has made his move. With kick-off less than half an hour away, the Newcastle United head coach has shaken up his team for tonight’s visit of Aston Villa, trusting experience in midfield and hoping that home comforts can repair a damaged week. […]
Tonight’s visit of Aston Villa to St James’ Park (5.30pm) could hinge on two of Newcastle’s newest signings. £51m forward Matias Fernandez-Pardo, still seeking a goal, and teenage midfielder Sean Steur, who has just dropped to the bench. Newcastle are 11th with eight points after two 4-1 away defeats, at Leeds last month and at […]
Matthias Jaissle has an opportunity to respond to the criticism he has received this season tonight. Newcastle United face Aston Villa at St James’ Park (5.30pm). Decisions on the team will be influenced by the number of players returning from injuries. Newcastle, currently lying 11th with eight points from six games, has suffered consecutive 4-1 […]
The Newcastle January transfer window includes a January shopping list that will depend on who they are prepared to sell. The club’s UEFA settlement leaves little room for new signings unless money first goes out. That is the situation facing Matthias Jaissle. He is in his first few months as head coach and is working […]
Alan Shearer expects Manchester United’s difficult week to get worse, tipping Leeds United to beat them at a raucous Elland Road in this weekend’s Premier League fixtures. The Newcastle United legend, speaking to Metro as a Betfair ambassador, believes Michael Carrick’s side are short on belief and will struggle against a Leeds team brimming with […]
Magpies legend says the head coach “needs a result massively” after back-to-back 4-1 away defeats Alan Shearer has warned Matthias Jaissle that Newcastle United supporters will not tolerate another limp display when Aston Villa visit St James’ Park on Saturday. The Magpies head coach is under growing pressure after a 4-1 defeat at newly promoted […]
Newcastle United are set to welcome back Tino Livramento and Jacob Ramsey. However, head coach Matthias Jaissle has made it clear he will not rush either player’s return. Jaissle revealed in his pre-match press conference that the player is on the verge of returning. Livramento has been out for a month with a muscle injury. […]
Newcastle United boast two outstanding young midfielders in Lewis Miley and Sean Steur. However, former Liverpool and Germany legend Didi Hamann has warned they will need senior guidance when the going gets tough. The pair represents the new look and youthful direction of Newcastle’s squad under head coach Matthias Jaissle. But with the club floundering […]
Dan Burn has warned that he can no longer return to the starting XI of Matthias Jaissle’s Newcastle United simply by virtue of the armband, despite the strong desire of some fans to see him face Aston Villa. The 34-year-old England international has missed the start of the season with an ankle injury and only […]
Newcastle team news is set to be positive ahead of their home clash against Aston Villa on Saturday. Head coach Matthias Jaissle is optimistic that midfielder Bazoumana Toure will be fit to play. However, the Magpies have several injury concerns ahead of the game. Newcastle will host Unai Emery’s side at St James’ Park in […]
