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'We went out and delivered a performance he would be proud of'published at 19:34 BST 13 April
19:34 BST 13 April
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Newcastle United assistant manager Jason Tindall speaking to BBC Match of the Day after the 4-1 victory against Manchester United: "Me and Eddie have worked together for 17 years, and in that time he's never missed more than a day or two, so he must have found it hard to be missing this week.
"All those years people have criticised me for being up at the front with Eddie... maybe that helped today!
"We went out and delivered a performance he would be proud of. Hopefully he is back very soon.
"Amongst our pressing was some fantastic football and some good goals."
On Harvey Barnes: "Harvey is fantastic player who scores a lot of goals. He's gone out and delivered a performance nobody is surprised by. I'm delighted for him, he's had to wait for his chance."
Newcastle 4-1 Man Utd: Analysispublished at 19:19 BST 13 April
19:19 BST 13 April
Neil Johnston BBC Sport journalist
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Newcastle United are closing in on a Champions League spot.
The League Cup winners show no sign of slowing down at the business end of the season and their 4-1 dismantling of Manchester United was every bit as impressive as the scoreline suggests.
Newcastle are racing towards the finishing line after winning 12 of their past 16 league games.
Impressively, they have not taken their eye off the ball since triumphing at Wembley a month ago.
Victory over Manchester United was their third win in a row since securing a first major domestic trophy in 70 years.
If they defeat Crystal Palace at home in their game in hand on Wednesday, they'll go into next Saturday's big match at Aston Villa - who are also looking to qualify for the Champions League - in the top three.
What a tonic that would be for Eddie Howe after the Newcastle boss was admitted to hospital on Friday having "felt unwell for a number of days".
Newcastle have picked the exact same starting XI for each of their last five games across all competitions winning all five of those matches, starting with a 1-0 win at West Ham in the Premier League last month.
Sutton's predictions: Newcastle v Man Utdpublished at 11:04 BST 13 April
11:04 BST 13 April
It does feel like Ruben Amorim is steadying the ship at Manchester United but there is nothing much for them to get excited about in the Premier League and it could be a pretty dull end to their domestic campaign, especially because they are finding it difficult to score goals.
United's season is hanging on the Europa League now, but their Premier League results still matter for Amorim because he needs to put some credit into the bank going into next season.
I just can't see past a Newcastle win here, though. They are one of the teams in this race for the Champions League places and are in great form. Now we know the top five are guaranteed to get in, I am confident they will make it.
It just shows the value of winning the Carabao Cup because it seems like it has given them a big leg up.
They will have enjoyed themselves celebrating for a few days but now they are focused on making it into the Champions League, which is so important because of the Premier League's profit and sustainability rules.
If they make it, it gives them the opportunity to build.
Semi-automated offsides a 'step in right direction' but take 'with a pinch of salt'published at 11:07 BST 12 April
11:07 BST 12 April
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There are lots of different perspectives in terms of how you watch a game of football, and I think for the majority of time the people in the stadium get the best atmosphere, but the worst views of how a game has actually gone.
You don't really get the chance to see multiple replays and have discussions about things, because you just get caught up in the moment.
With the incoming semi automated offsides, they did promise it earlier in the season - but I think the caveat was they're only going to do it when it's ready.
It is a positive that they didn't do it when it wasn't ready.
One upside to to the new technology is some of the arguments disappear. Previously you could say 'but it looks like it's this to me' or 'it looks like it's that to me'. When it is presented now, there aren't many people that will then be looking at the animation, going back to the video, and then going down a proper conspiracy rabbit hole.
So, it ends more arguments, not all arguments, but more arguments.
I think people, as a consequence, will be more accepting of it.
But, I still do believe that there's things for people to understand, because it can't be used in every situation. There are certain decisions which can still be a little bit more complex, and there's certain times where human intervention will still need to be brought in.
I wouldn't say it's as clear as, say, goal line technology, but it's a step in the direction to where most people feel more comfortable accepting the outcome and the speed of it as well will be encouraged.
It's not to say that it's going to be instant. If you believe this is going to be perfect, and always extremely fast, ask yourself, why do you think that?
Unless somebody has told you that from PGMOL, then take it with a pinch of salt and you see how it goes.
I think it's something that many people have seen before so hopefully there will be fewer arguments.
But, because it's football, there'll always be something to argue about the end of the day.
Should Gordon replace Barnes if fit to face Man Utd?published at 16:53 BST 11 April
16:53 BST 11 April
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On BBC Radio Newcastle, ex-Newcastle defender Steve Howey was asked if winger Anthony Gordon should come straight back into the side after his injury in place of Harvey Barnes.
Gordon hurt his hip while playing for England last month, with Barnes contributing to two victories since the international break.
Howey said: "I think that's a conversation the manager might need to have with the player himself. It wouldn't be my decision, it will be the player's decision. It's just how the lad feels really and you've got to manage it."
Tindall on Howe's illness, Gordon's return and Man Utdpublished at 10:06 BST 11 April
10:06 BST 11 April
Nat Hayward BBC Sport journalist
Newcastle United assistant manager Jason Tindall has been speaking to the media before Sunday's Premier League game at home against Manchester United (16:30 BST).
Here are the key lines from his news conference:
Tindall gave an update on manager Eddie Howe: "He's been really poorly over the past couple of days, he's been bed-ridden. We've been in contact every day so it's not affected any of the preparations. I'm sure he'll be fine for the weekend."
He also provided an update on Anthony Gordon's fitness: "He's had a decent week with the physios. He was back out on the grass for a pitch session yesterday. We will assess him today and we will have to make a late call to see if he's available for the bench on Sunday."
Alexander Isak has trained this week, "feels fine" and is expected to be fit for Sunday, while Joe Willock will not be available as the club follow concussion protocols.
On two Premier League wins since the Carabao Cup final victory: "When you come off such a high there's always that potential where you could lose focus from the league form that is so important for us. We've delivered two good performances, not our best performances, but the most important thing was getting the results and the lads deserve a lot of credit."
On the battle for Champions League qualification: "It's really tight. With eight games to go everybody is fighting. All we can control is our performances and what we do. It's important we go into every game and give the best account of ourselves."
On the challenge posed by Manchester United: "It's another important game for us. We'll prepare the same as we did for Leicester. The lads know how important the game is with only eight games remaining. It's a game we're hoping to do well in and to deliver the performance we know we can to win the game."
Semi-automated offsides will be used in the Premier League for the first time from this weekend: "Everyone welcomes any change that will make the league better and make these decisions a lot quicker. If it improves the speed of decisions then of course we welcome it for sure."
Magpies to face Arsenal in Singaporepublished at 08:25 BST 11 April
08:25 BST 11 April
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Newcastle will play Arsenal in a pre-season friendly in Singapore this summer.
The Magpies will be part of the Singapore Festival of Football tournament and will play the fixture at the Singapore National Stadium.
The game will take place on 27 July, with manager Eddie Howe stating: "Pre-season is all about setting the right challenges to ensure we are ready for the new season,' said Eddie Howe. "So we're pleased to be playing against high-calibre opposition in an iconic stadium.
"Having Singapore as part of our pre-season will provide a special experience for supporters in Asia, and we're looking forward to seeing them and playing in front of them in July."
Gossip: Magpies keen on Calvert-Lewinpublished at 08:01 BST 11 April
08:01 BST 11 April
Newcastle are readying an offer for Burnley goalkeeper James Trafford, 22, and are keen on signing fellow Englishman Dominic Calvert-Lewin, 28, with the striker's contract at Everton expiring at the end of the season. (Football Insider), external
Following their 2-0 win at Old Trafford in December, Newcastle are looking to complete their first league double over Manchester United since the 1930-31 campaign.
Newcastle have won four of their past five meetings with Manchester United in all competitions (L1), as many as they had in their previous 41 (D9 L28).
Delap 'ticks a lot of boxes' but would be 'second fiddle' to Isakpublished at 09:21 BST 10 April
09:21 BST 10 April
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Former Newcastle United defenderJohn Anderson believes the Magpies should be eyeing a move for "young and homegrown" striker Liam Delap, who will be available for £30m if Ipswich Town are relegated from the Premier League.
Speaking on BBC Radio Newcastle's Total Sport podcast, Anderson admitted the Englishman would be on his wishlist this summer: "I think for that type of money he would be. Nowadays, £30m isn't a great deal of money.
"The only problem is there will be other people looking at him as well. We wouldn't be the only ones really interested in him and then you start getting yourselves into a bidding war.
"He does fall into the right category though. He is young and homegrown, to a degree, so he ticks a lot of boxes.
"But is he going to be a regular starter with Alexander Isak being here? Eddie Howe isn't going to play two up front but he would be ideal backup, especially if they don't renew Callum Wilson's contract and they get rid of him.
"Isak is untouchable at this moment in time. I would say he is probably the best striker in Europe at the moment. He has amassed 20 goals again this season, that is two seasons on the bounce now, which is a very difficult thing to do.
"So it comes down to whether Delap would be happy to come here and be second fiddle because I don't think Eddie Howe would change a system that has worked very well for him.
"But Delap does give you that different option. He likes to come short, he has a physical presence and he doesn't mind the physical aspect of the game - so I think he is a different type of player to Isak."
Gossip: Man City ready to reignite Guimaraes pursuitpublished at 07:56 BST 10 April
07:56 BST 10 April
Manchester City look set to reignite their interest in 27-year-old Newcastle United midfielder Bruno Guimaraes, as they prepare for the departure of 33-year-old Kevin de Bruyne. (UOL esporte - in Portuguese), external
Newcastle United and Chelsea are interested in 26-year-old Benfica and Greece forward Vangelis Pavlidis for 100m euros (£85m), but face competition from Barcelona and Atletico Madrid. (Record - in Portuguese), external
Arsenal and Liverpool are looking at alternatives to Alexander Isak, with the Magpies adamant they won't sell their striker. (i paper), external
Newcastle United, Wolves and Brentford have watched 24-year-old Angers and Ivory Coast goalkeeper Yahia Fofana, ahead of a potential £15m summer move. (Football Insider), external
'Should absolutely stay' or 'a loan the best plan'? Fans on Mileypublished at 11:52 BST 9 April
11:52 BST 9 April
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We asked for your views on whether 18-year-old Lewis Miley should be sent out on loan next season.
Here are some of your comments:
Richard: He absolutely needs to stay! With Europe, hopefully in the Champions League, there will be plenty of opportunity for the minutes he needs for fluency. We have been saying we need better squad depth all season - it would be lunacy to loan him out!
Josh: I think Miley would benefit from a loan, either with one of the relegated clubs in the Championship like Leicester or Ipswich, or with one of the promoted clubs like Burnley, Sheffield United or Leeds. Yes, he wasn't brilliant against Leicester but in all honesty I don't think anyone was, and he has put in some amazing displays. Give it to the end of the season and we'll see - I'm a bit on the fence with this one.
Matthew: If you send out Miley and William Osula on loan, who takes their place on the bench? Surely staying and training with the first team will benefit them in the long run. It's also worth remembering we'll be playing European football next season which will mean more game time for the both of them.
Dave: Miley makes little impact at the moment when he does come on and he is not advanced enough physically to put his stamp on the game. He does little wrong but does not get involved, so a loan out may be best plan.
Does Miley need time on loan?published at 09:16 BST 9 April
09:16 BST 9 April
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Former Newcastle defender John Anderson was "disappointed" with how 18-year-old Lewis Miley performed against Leicester City on Monday night.
Miley made his 10th Premier League appearance of the season at King Power Stadium, playing 25 minutes off the bench, but Anderson told BBC Radio Newcastle the teenager's display underlined a lack of depth at St James' Park.
He suggested Miley would 'probably' benefit from more game time on loan.
"I think he's got quality and he just needs to play more games but its whether he's going to get more games with those three [Bruno Guimaraes, Joelinton and Sandro Tonali] in there," Anderson said.
"I thought that was the type of game where he could have come on and got a hold of it. I'm not saying he did poorly - he didn't - but I suppose you forget how young he is and expect a bit more because of what you've seen in the past.
"I think [William] Osula, yeah, he needs to get out [on loan] and probably Miley as well but it all depends on how many come in during the summer transfer window."
Do you think Miley should spend time on loan next season?
Or will he benefit more from staying with the club?
How did Van Nistelrooy and Howe behave in the technical area?published at 08:01 BST 9 April
08:01 BST 9 April
Michael Emons BBC Sport journalist
Eddie Howe was the main figure of course, but Newcastle assistant Jason Tindall also played a part. Whenever Howe was talking to his players at a set piece or to the substitutes waiting to come on, Tindall would move into position so there was almost always one of them at the front of the area.
Howe was also in constant talks with Tindall at the back of the technical area or writing notes down in his notebook. When the second goal went in, Howe immediately called over Joelinton for a tactical chat, and he did similar with a number of other players when the third went in, despite the big lead.
Ruud van Nistelrooy had his head in his hands after the visitors scored after a couple of minutes and was noticeably getting more and more frustrated at his side's inability to keep the ball as sloppy mistakes became more frequent.
He spent most of the opening half hour on the edge of the technical area, but after Newcastle's third goal, he watched the rest of the half from his seat. He did return to the edge of the technical area for most of the second half though, with most of the home fans leaving well before the end.
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