: Fri Apr 03, 2009 9:37 am  

Silence in court.

All rise for Stephen Gerrard.

: Fri Apr 03, 2009 9:58 am  

socceroos have made it too the world cup

: Fri Apr 03, 2009 10:01 am  

Ian [77] wrote:

Wind your neck in.

Firstly, no one hates Newcastle. Sorry to break this to you, but they've lurched from mediocre to average for the majority of their existence - I doubt anyone without a geographical reason gives that much of a sh*t about them. They get talked about on here because they are a great source of comedy.

Secondly, Ashley has made plenty of mistakes and I never suggested he didn't. Appointing Keegan was a huge mistake. Then again, most Newcastle fans won't agree with that because Keegan is one of the Geordie faithful's messiahs. So they don't criticise him for that. No, they wait until Keegan bottles it (again) and then blame Ashley for that.

Thirdly, if Newcastle get relegated, it will be Ashley's fault. If Newcastle's stay up, it will be Shearer's. The reality is, with around a fifth of the season to go, they'll both be to blame, whatever happens. But the only person to blame will be Ashley, and the only person who'll get credit will be 'Wor Al' you know it, and I know it. And if you're honest, you'll admit that that approach is complete bollox.

So on Wednesday when England had a big World Cup qualifier, what was allover the back page of the papers, the story about Shearer and Newcastle, not bad for a 'small club' that no one gives a sh*t about

Appointing Keegan wasnt a mistake, Allardyce was absolutely awful, Keegan turned the performances around very quickly and we played some decent football. Appointing Keegan, promising him sole charge of the team, transfers, etc... and then getting Dennis Wise to take over some duties, was the mistake.

With all due respect Ian, you clearly have ignored the facts surrounding Keegan's exit, he hasn't bottled it, why should he be lied to and have Dennis Wise dictate to him? ? ? Do you not think it's a suprise that Shearer has come in and Wise has gone? ? ? I.e. "look at the problems he caused when Keegan was in charge, i am not having the same, if you want me to be manager that's fine, but Dennis Wise isn't going to be sticking his nose in".

It has taken Ashley thus far after Kinnear going into hospital to do something about it. This has even involved players going to Ashley and asking for someone to be put in charge, and let Hughton get on with other jobs, not running the team.

If you read back a few pages, i stated that i was unsure whether it was the right time for Shearer to take over. Thing is pal i can assess things to do with Newcastle without wearing Newcastle sunglasses. It is a fact that Ashley has lied, made mistakes and has been tight with his money in terms of transfer funds, and look where it has left us.

: Fri Apr 03, 2009 10:53 am  

Newcastle, as a club, are a nightmare IMO. I wouldn't go near the club if I were a manager, a disaster waiting to happen.

Saying that, Shearer has nothing to lose and his presence alone may keep them up. Following that though, I wouldn't consider staying on there if I was Shearer, not a chance.

: Fri Apr 03, 2009 11:11 am  

Here you go, Gaz Just so you know what one looks like. I think yours is the one in the middle.

Here you go, Gaz Just so you know what one looks like. I think yours is the one in the middle.

: Fri Apr 03, 2009 11:14 am  

Billy Banter wrote: Here you go, Gaz Just so you know what one looks like. I think yours is the one in the middle. Oh mate, cant stop laughing. You're a funny one.

Billy Banter wrote: Here you go, Gaz Just so you know what one looks like. I think yours is the one in the middle. Oh mate, cant stop laughing. You're a funny one.

: Fri Apr 03, 2009 11:22 am  

OoOGazOoO wrote:

So on Wednesday when England had a big World Cup qualifier, what was allover the back page of the papers, the story about Shearer and Newcastle, not bad for a 'small club' that no one gives a sh*t about

Appointing Keegan wasnt a mistake, Allardyce was absolutely awful, Keegan turned the performances around very quickly and we played some decent football. Appointing Keegan, promising him sole charge of the team, transfers, etc... and then getting Dennis Wise to take over some duties, was the mistake.

With all due respect Ian, you clearly have ignored the facts surrounding Keegan's exit, he hasn't bottled it, why should he be lied to and have Dennis Wise dictate to him? ? ? Do you not think it's a suprise that Shearer has come in and Wise has gone? ? ? I.e. "look at the problems he caused when Keegan was in charge, i am not having the same, if you want me to be manager that's fine, but Dennis Wise isn't going to be sticking his nose in".

It has taken Ashley thus far after Kinnear going into hospital to do something about it. This has even involved players going to Ashley and asking for someone to be put in charge, and let Hughton get on with other jobs, not running the team.

If you read back a few pages, i stated that i was unsure whether it was the right time for Shearer to take over. Thing is pal i can assess things to do with Newcastle without wearing Newcastle sunglasses. It is a fact that Ashley has lied, made mistakes and has been tight with his money in terms of transfer funds, and look where it has left us.

As I explained earlier, Newcastle are a great story. That's why people talk about them. Who knows, maybe one day will talk about their football again?

I have as much idea about what Keegan was promised as you do - f*ck all. If the tables were turned and Allardyce came in to replace Keegan you wouldn't assume that he had been lied to. He wouldn't get cut that slack. It all goes back to my original point about how ridiculous this Geordie obsession with their idols becomes.

If Shearer keeps Newcastle up, would you give any credit to Ashley for appoiting Shearer, and, if you did, would it be through gritted teeth? Admit it, you wouldn't. I'm not suggesting for a second that Ashley is a good egg or has been positive for Newcastle. He's a no class, bandwagon jumping, replica shirt wearing no nothing who desperately wants to be loved by everyone...sounds a bit overqualified to own Newcastle United.

: Fri Apr 03, 2009 11:27 am  

OoOGazOoO wrote:

Oh mate, cant stop laughing.

You're a funny one.

The Fairs Cup is so old, it doesn't exist any more. Is Bobby Moncur your Grandad?

: Fri Apr 03, 2009 11:29 am  

: Fri Apr 03, 2009 11:47 am  

The Joker® wrote:

He must love these pay offs!...

I wonder who his next victims will be..