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Tag: Mike Ashley

Newcastle United fans' optimism is at a low regarding summer transfers

Newcastle United fans’ optimism is at a low regarding summer transfers

June 13, 2021 by Carl Richardson

With even less to spend than the previous summer, Newcastle fans are right to feel pessimistic about the upcoming transfer window, writes Carl Richardson

Saudi Arabia United: A tale of two standards

Saudi Arabia United: A tale of two standards

September 11, 2020 by Alan Moore

The Saudi Arabia-backed takeover at Newcastle sparked fury among football fans and media members, which leaves a stark silence over the recent rise of Sheffield United.

What next for Mike Ashley and Newcastle United?

What next for Mike Ashley and Newcastle United?

June 25, 2019 by Shane Saunders

Newcastle United fans are headed for another period of uncertainty following the news that Rafa Benitez will no longer be the club’s manager.

It's time for Mike Ashley to stop playing the Newcastle United waiting game

It’s time for Mike Ashley to stop playing the Newcastle United waiting game

May 24, 2019 by Shane Saunders

Having secured Premier League safety for yet another season, focus is now directed towards controversial Newcastle United owner Mike Ashley and the future of manager Rafa Benitez.

Newcastle United, Mike Ashley and Rafa Benitez - what’s going to happen at St. James’ Park?

Newcastle United, Mike Ashley and Rafa Benitez – what’s going to happen at St. James’ Park?

August 17, 2018 by Evan Coughlan

Evan Coughlan discusses the future of Newcastle United whose supporters have become more and more disillusioned under owner Mike Ashley.

Newcastle United and the due verdict of relegation

Newcastle United and the due verdict of relegation

April 30, 2016 by Farzad Amirmahani

Farzad Amirmahani discusses Newcastle United and the running of the club as this sit on the brink of Premier League relegation.

A new dawn at Newcastle United?

A new dawn at Newcastle United?

August 13, 2015 by Tom Morris

Tom Morris believes that there is reason to be optimistic about Newcastle United under new manager Steve McClaren.

The Newcastle Boycott – The time has come for fans to stand united

The Newcastle Boycott – The time has come for fans to stand united

April 16, 2015 by Jonathan Anderson

Johnny Anderson will be one of the many Newcastle United fans boycotting St. James’ Park this weekend. He explains why.

Newcastle United - Losing My Religion

Newcastle United – Losing My Religion

February 7, 2015 by Jonathan Anderson

Jonathan Anderson vents his frustrations at Newcastle United’s plight under owner Mike Ashley.

I want my club back

I want my club back

November 20, 2013 by Kevin Christie

Kevin Christie has had enough of the Mike Ashley era at St. James’ Park.

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