Newcastle news: Harvey Barnes v Anthony Gordon – Who should Eddie Howe start on the left wing?
Eddie Howe’s comments in his press conference before Newcastle’s game against Leeds have sparked some controversy.
The 48-year-old revealed the real reason why he continues to start Anthony Gordon on the left wing over Harvey Barnes – a question many fans have been asking in recent weeks.
These remarks have fuelled debate among Newcastle supporters as to whether it is fair to sacrifice an in-form Barnes to accommodate an out-of-form Gordon.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Charlotte Allsop examines the ongoing debate.
Premier League news: Newcastle Utd’s poor form since Carabao Cup victory points to mentality issue
Triumph at Wembley feels like a lifetime ago for Newcastle United, whose poor form since that famous Carabao Cup win back in March points to a larger mentality issue.
What should have marked the start of a new era for the club has instead turned into a period of inconsistency and disappointing results.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Charlotte Allsop takes a look at Newcastle’s ongoing struggles.
Premier League news: Five ways Newcastle Utd bested Chelsea in race for CL football
Newcastle United proved far too strong for Enzo Maresca’s 10-man Chelsea side at St James’ Park on Sunday, securing a comfortable 2-0 win thanks to goals from Sandro Tonali and Bruno Guimarães.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Matt McKenry takes a look at five ways third-placed Newcastle outperformed their London rivals, placing them in a great position for Champions League football next season.
England news: What Thomas Tuchel’s first two games have told us about the squad
The first international break of the Thomas Tuchel reign has been a successful one for England, beating Albania and Latvia to begin their World Cup Qualifying campaign.
Despite still being in the early stages of the Tuchel era, there are plenty of talking points about the squad selection going forward, with some players exceeding expectations.
Sports News Blitz writer Dylan Richardson has identified five of the key areas of discussion following the German’s first two games in charge of the Three Lions.
Newcastle United news: Now or never for Harvey Barnes after Anthony Gordon red card
With Anthony Gordon set to miss out on the Carabao Cup final after a red card in the FA Cup at the weekend, forgotten man Harvey Barnes has a perfect chance to resurrect his Newcastle career.
Sports News Blitz writer Joseph Hannen analyses what Barnes can offer in Gordon’s absence.
Premier League news: Newcastle Utd vs Nottingham Forest – Five key battles and score prediction
Premier League high-flyers Nottingham Forest travel to St James’ Park on Sunday for a clash against Newcastle United, with both teams in hot pursuit of Champions League football.
Sports News Blitz writer Joseph Hannen looks at five key battles to anticipate and offers a score prediction.
FA Cup news: Birmingham City vs Newcastle United – Five key battles and score prediction
League One leaders Birmingham City host high-flying Premier League side Newcastle United in the fourth round of the FA Cup this weekend.
Sports News Blitz writer Joseph Hannen looks at five key battles to anticipate and makes a score prediction.