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Mark Douglas
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✍️ Northern Football Correspondent, i paper
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🇫🇷 'This time it is the British on edge...'

#nufc fans have been told no scarves, no colours, don't hang flags & don't go to the Old Port. Could spend SEVEN HOURS in the stadium tomorrow.

For @ipapersport.bsky.social, on the road for an away day like no other 👇

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Newcastle fans face a 'dodgy' away day like no other
Travelling supporters to Marseille have been told to ditch club colours and will face a list of other draconian measures for the Champions League clash
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November 24, 2025 at 4:54 PM
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🇩🇪 How 'elite' Malick Thiaw became one of the best defenders in the @premierleague - in less than 10 games

⚫️ Pocketing Haaland - and *that* tackle
⚪️ 'He's better than even we thought'
⚫️ The new gold standard for incoming transfers?

Read 👇 inews.co.uk/sport/footba...
Newcastle have discovered the 'gold standard' of transfers
Malick Thiaw should be the blueprint for all future signings
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November 24, 2025 at 8:01 AM
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A sensational performance and potentially season-turning win for #nufc. Everything they hadn't been at West Ham and Brentford they were tonight: having two of the best full-backs in England back (predictably) an absolute game changer
November 22, 2025 at 7:36 PM
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Creeping into the danger zone that Newcastle lost games against Arsenal and Liverpool in here. The difference is they've been superb here and haven't felt like they're hanging on.

Big, big final 10 or so minutes in the context of the season... #nufc
November 22, 2025 at 7:14 PM
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🚨 Inside Ross Wilson's #nufc recruitment reboot

⚫️ Premier League premium vs emerging markets
⚪️ Network being built in Brazil & stars they've held talks with
⚫️ PIF 'big fans' of Red Bull model
⚪️ True PSR position after summer splurge

Read here 👇 inews.co.uk/sport/footba...
Inside Newcastle's mission to crack Brazil
How Newcastle are scouring 'emerging markets' across the globe for transfer bargains - including a £25m Brazilian forward and a Dutch wonderkid
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November 19, 2025 at 7:03 AM
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⚪️ Anthony Gordon IN
🔵 The 'perfect' midfield pivot
ZERO debate over 3️⃣ players
⚪️ The player ready to take @FIFAWorldCup by scruff of it's neck
⚪️ The #nufc 'bolter'

Tin hat ON, here's my England XI to kick off the World Cup 👇 inews.co.uk/sport/footba...
Gordon over Palmer? My predicted England XI to start the World Cup
Thomas Tuchel faces some almighty headaches before next summer's tournament
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November 17, 2025 at 7:23 AM
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🚨 Inside #nufc plan to cope with NEW spending rules

⚫️ PSR on the way out - here's what replaces it & what it means for #nufc 🥅
⚪️ 'Revenue is king' mantra💵
⚫️ How #nufc look likely to vote at big @premierleague meeting 🤝

Big moves explained 👇 inews.co.uk/sport/footba...
Why Newcastle will vote yes to controversial new spending rules
Premier League clubs are set to meet for explosive talks about the new rules
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November 14, 2025 at 7:14 AM
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🚨 #nufc have given UEFA 'cast iron' assurances on St James' Park future..

⚫️ Initial 'hesitancy' to commit to EURO 2028 3 years ago amid 'big plans'
⚪️ Stadium will definitely still be standing for start of 2028/9 season
⚫️ Update 'next year'

Latest 👇 inews.co.uk/sport/footba...
What Euro 2028 means for Newcastle's future at St James' Park
The iconic ground is due to host four group-stage games and a knockout clash
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November 13, 2025 at 5:39 PM
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🚨 What is going wrong at #nufc?

⚫️ The diagnosis that might infuriate some fans... 🤬
⚪️ PIF steadfast in Howe view - after bending summer transfer 'rules' 🤝
⚫️ 3 tweaks to make right now 3️⃣

Tin hat on - analysis here 👇 inews.co.uk/sport/footba...
Three tweaks that can transform Newcastle’s season
This is the roughest time Eddie Howe has had at Newcastle
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November 10, 2025 at 12:51 PM
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🚨 Inside the next stage of #safc project 🔴⚪️

🔴 'Gaming' PSR - and enough headroom to make 'top' signings 💵
⚪️ 'We don't want this to be flash in the pan - we're ambitious' 📈
🔴 International brands in talks on front of shirt sponsor 👕

Details 👇 inews.co.uk/sport/footba...
How Sunderland's 'perfect storm' got them dreaming of top 10 and trophies
Sunderland don't want to be a 'flash in the pan' after promotion - they think they can become a Premier League powerhouse for years to come
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November 7, 2025 at 12:24 PM
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🚨 Sandro Tonali opens up on his #nufc future 🚨

⚫️ 'This is a tough question for me...'
⚪️ 'I'm happy here' but Alexander Isak namecheck & admission
⚫️ 'In football you think year to year'

Comments should focus Ross Wilson's mind. Read in full here 👇 inews.co.uk/sport/footba...
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November 6, 2025 at 9:00 AM
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When Anthony Gordon fires, so do #nufc. Inside story of his big @ChampionsLeague night 👇

⚫️ What Jose said to @anthonygordon revealed
⚪️ Backing for 'underestimated' teammate to make @England squad
⚫️ 'This is my level'
⚪️ Why he's worth £100m

Read 👇 inews.co.uk/sport/footba...
Why three little words from Jose Mourinho meant so much to Newcastle's £100m man
Legendary manager makes a beeline for Anthony Gordon at full-time after the Magpies star inspires a 3-0 victory over his Benfica side in the Champions League
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October 22, 2025 at 8:03 AM
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That was excellent from #nufc.

Wingers did the business - Anthony Gordon exceptional but things seem to flow better with Jacob Murphy on the right. Great Barnes cameo too.

Newcastle are a good side. Eddie Howe knows what he's doing... #nufc
October 21, 2025 at 8:53 PM
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A crucial ChampionsLeague game for #nufc tonight. I think it has the potential to be a testing night: Benfica have plenty of experience at this level, #nufc still relative novices.

Is tonight the turning point of an inconsistent campaign?
October 21, 2025 at 6:56 PM
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🚨 Liverpool consider January move for Antoine Semenyo as pressure grows on out-of-favour Mo Salah...

🔴 Semenyo has mystery release clause in deal signed in summer
⚪️ #thfc & #mufc maintain interest
🍒 Bournemouth hope to keep him

Full story 👇 #lfc inews.co.uk/sport/footba...
Liverpool join battle for £75m Spurs and Man Utd target Antoine Semenyo
The champions believe Bournemouth winger could be a long-term replacement for Salah - and a release clause inserted into his new contract may make a move easier
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October 21, 2025 at 1:20 PM
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🗣 'I think you're being a bit overly romantic there...'

@SLBenfica, Hatem Ben Arfa, Mike Ashley's 'anger' & a huge sliding doors moment.

Spoke to Alan Pardew looking back at the last time Benfica were in town. It was a rollercoaster ride! 🎢

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Alan Pardew: The sliding doors moment that cost me my Newcastle job
The former manager discusses his divisive tenure at St James' Park, the players he found difficult to manage, and why he decided to move on
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October 21, 2025 at 6:59 AM
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🚨 Inside the Ross Wilson reset...

⚫️ Eddie Howe position 'undoubtedly strengthened'
⚪️ Handshakes & 'softly softly' start
⚫️ 'Bespoke' data to become central to recruitment
⚪️ 'Unity and dynamism' gives #nufc a massive chance

Read 👇 inews.co.uk/sport/footba...
Three ways Newcastle's new director of football will change transfer plans
From Howe's influence to new contracts and more focus on data, how Ross Wilson is shaking up the strategy at St James' Park
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October 18, 2025 at 6:27 AM
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💣 ⚽️ 👮 🙀 Josh Wander, the brash American businessman who came close to buying Premier League team Everton, once one of the biggest multi club investors in football, is charged with fraud by US authorities.

www.nytimes.com/2025/10/16/b...
Brash Investor in Global Soccer Clubs Is Charged With Fraud
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October 16, 2025 at 5:36 PM
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🚨 Exclusive: Burnley's £50m plus compensation case against #efc has concluded - with verdict set for 'early 2026'.

3 week hearing - now 3 person panel will make decision.

What happens next - and why it's important for #mcfc 130 case 👇 #clarets inews.co.uk/sport/footba...
Burnley's court case against Everton is done - here are three possible outcomes
The outcome of Burnley's legal battle with Everton is expected in the near future
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October 17, 2025 at 11:21 AM
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There is not a manager in the EFL like Sergej Jakirovic at #hcafc. Spent a fascinating morning with him 👇

🟠 Hull was 'destiny' 🐅
⚫️ Growing up in war-torn Bosnia 🇧🇦
🟠 Acun Ilicali's message 👏
⚫️ 'I need my players to be more b*stards!' 👊

Big read 👇 inews.co.uk/sport/footba...
Sergej Jakirovic: Hull City’s owner told me I’ll be here for 10 years
In an exclusive interview, the Hull City head coach discusses his football philosophy, dealing with a transfer embargo and his friendship with Chris Wilder
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October 15, 2025 at 6:57 AM
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🚨 Inside #nufc plan to retain their 'elite' stars

⚪️ 'Sell the project.... and learn Isak lessons'
⚫️ #nufc release clause policy revealed
⚪️ Wage structure v sending a message
⚫️ Why Ross Wilson appointment unlocks new talks

Read 👇 inews.co.uk/sport/footba...
Newcastle plot to stop three stars becoming 'next Alexander Isak'
The contract extensions could include release clauses similar to Bruno Guimaraes' - and that is not necessarily a bad thing
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October 14, 2025 at 2:08 PM
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🚨 #nufc close in on director of football with Ross Wilson move now at 'advanced stage'. 🤞

⚫️ Will unlock 3 key contract talks
⚪️ Why insiders think it's a big appointment
⚫️ PIF behind-the-scenes restructure

Link 👇 inews.co.uk/sport/footba...
Newcastle to reward three stars with new deals once Forest transfer guru arrives
Ross Wilson is set to be appointed as Paul Mitchell's successor
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October 10, 2025 at 10:51 AM
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🚨 #efc weigh up striker options ahead of January

🔵 May not see the best of 'work-in-progress' Barry this season
🔵 #efc would be open to January "opportunities"
🔵 New contracts lined up
🔵 'Wide open' @premierleague prompts European aim

Link 👇
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Everton target new striker in January to boost European dream
Two first-team stars are also expected to be offered new contracts this month
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October 8, 2025 at 3:32 PM
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🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 So what's the real reason Jordan Henderson keeps getting in the England squad?

I spoke to people who have worked with him to find out.

⚪️ Training ground 'unseens' revealed
⚪️ 'He even manages the referees'
⚪️ 'Always last in the gym'

Read here 👇 inews.co.uk/sport/footba...
Why Jordan Henderson is '100 per cent' in line for England's World Cup squad
Henderson's inclusion may be controversial but those who have seen him behind the scenes at Brentford think Thomas Tuchel could be onto something
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October 8, 2025 at 7:48 AM
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It's like Where's Wally... but there's five of them
October 8, 2025 at 7:44 AM