The key to Premier League promotion? Find a style that works and stick to it
Newcastle are a Premier League veteran, and thanks to Rafa Benitez, they're close to a return. Back in September, it seemed as if a wearying and familiar pattern would repeat itself. Garry Monk didn't...
View ArticleRafael Benitez makes Newcastle believe again as Toon seal promotion
Steve Nicol is not surprised at all with Newcastle's promotion under Rafa Benitez, who's reputation continues to grow. Newcastle have achieved promotion to the Premier League at the first attempt,...
View ArticleTrending: Zlatan Ibrahimovic flies to U.S., Newcastle promoted
With Zlatan Ibrahimovic reportedly out until 2018, Craig Burley and Alejandro Moreno disagree on his future at Man United. Tuesday's latest stories from the world of football in ESPN FC's What's...
View ArticlePremier League injuries: Newcastle lose five years, Leicester stay clear
Leicester had only 12 injuries all season long. Leicester City's remarkable on field success this season has been almost matched by their performance off it. No team has lost less time to injury than...
View ArticleWhat's trending: Ibrahimovic 'future is already written,' praises Mourinho
Here are the latest stories from Thursday. MANCHESTER UNITED: Zlatan Ibrahimovic has said he has decided where his future lies but refused to confirm whether he is joining Manchester...
View ArticleRafa Benitez and Newcastle hope to emerge from Championship chaos
This time last year, Rafael Benitez was preparing his Real Madrid side, featuring Cristiano Ronaldo and Gareth Bale, for a season of challenging for the Champions League and La Liga. Just 12 months on...
View ArticleDespite adding Premier League talent, Newcastle overawed by Championship
Newcastle United's Ayoze Perez could only look on as the Tyneside club lost its first match in the 2016-17 Championship season. Football supporters are never more optimistic than before a season's...
View ArticleESPN FC's predicted Premier League table and writers' picks
The ESPN FC crew debate which team will win the 2016-17 Premier League trophy. ESPN FC's editorial desk has made its choice for the 2016-17 season, with Manchester City our choice to top in the Premier...
View ArticlePremier League previews for 2016-17
The 2016-17 Premier League season is nearly upon us. Lots has happened already this summer, so our ESPN FC bloggers take a look at how their teams will fare in the coming campaign. REIGNING CHAMPIONS...
View ArticleDeAndre Yedlin settling in nicely at Newcastle after an uncertain start
ESPN FC's Alexis Nunes highlights the top American performers this past weekend, with DeAndre Yedlin headlining. Yedlin scored his first Newcastle goal last week and gets regular minutes off the bench....
View ArticleNewcastle give Rafael Benitez lift-off with dramatic win over Norwich
Newcastle came storming back to pinch a last-gasp 4-3 win over Norwich in the Championship on Wednesday evening thanks to two goals scored in the 95th and 96th minute respectively. Understandably, the...
View ArticleNewcastle coach has Geordie to Spanish translation sheet
Working as part of Rafa Benitez's backroom staff, Newcastle coach Michael Antia has unwittingly revealed that he still needs help understanding the local accent. Indeed, a photo of the Spaniard at work...
View ArticleSteve Martin the comedian mistaken for Steve Martin the referee
Steve Martin the comedian took to Twitter to make sure Newcastle fans knew he wasn't the one who sent off two of their players. Comedian Steve Martin has done it all. Over the course of his career he...
View ArticleBrighton edge Rafa Benitez and Newcastle in Prem promotion race
Newcastle were widely tipped to win the Championship but Brighton are at the summit at the halfway point. The Championship has reached its halfway stage, so we assess the main contenders for promotion...
View ArticleDavid Ginola at 50: Five of his best goals for Tottenham and Newcastle
Ginola celebrates his wonder goal against Barnsley. David Ginola spent seven memorable years in English football after joining Newcastle United from Paris Saint-Germain in 1995. The maverick France...
View ArticleNewcastle fan's ingenious way to get round travel costs for FA Cup clash
Facing a 500-mile round trip to watch his side play Oxford United in the fourth round of the FA Cup, one intrepid Newcastle supporter took drastic action in a bid to cut the cost of his journey. After...
View ArticleNewcastle troll Aston Villa's Henri Lansbury on Twitter after own goal
Newcastle comfortably saw off Aston Villa to go top of the Championship on Monday night, cruising to a straightforward 2-0 victory at St James' Park. Villa were a massive 30 points behind their...
View ArticleMohamed Diame scores 'goal of the season' for Newcastle vs. Brighton
Fikayo Tomori cannot stop the ball going in after it deflected off Mohamed Diame Newcastle made the long trek to Brighton on Tuesday evening for a game between the top two teams in the Championship....
View ArticleNewcastle United flop Xisco finds redemption in Thailand
Hulk and Oscar appear to be coming into their own in the CSL as they continue their fine form for Shanghai SIPG. Jason Dasey and Stanely Bernard discuss Thailand's future after winning their record...
View ArticleThe key to Premier League promotion? Find a style that works and stick to it
Newcastle are a Premier League veteran, and thanks to Rafa Benitez, they're close to a return. Back in September, it seemed as if a wearying and familiar pattern would repeat itself. Garry Monk didn't...
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