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FAC4:
Trip to the Blues

Newcastle were drawn away to League One leaders Birmingham City in the Fourth Round of the FA Cup.

Our most recent game against the Brummies was back in the Championship in March 2017 which ended goalless at St. Andrew's.

That came just two months after beating the Blues 3-1 in the Third Round of the FA Cup in a replay at St. James' Park, following a 1-1 draw in Birmingham.

Daryl Murphy was on target for the Magpies in the first tie before Lukas Jutkiewicz equalised while a Matt Ritchie brace and Yoan Gouffran goal won it on Tyneside with David Cotterill getting the City goal.

Full Fourth Round draw:

Manchester United v Leicester City
Leeds United v Millwall or Dagenham and Redbridge
Brighton v Chelsea
Preston North End v Wycombe Wanderers
Exeter City v Nottingham Forest
Coventry City v Ipswich Town
Blackburn Rovers v Wolves
Mansfield Town or Wigan v Fulham
Birmingham City v Newcastle United
Plymouth Argyle v Liverpool
Everton v Bournemouth
Aston Villa v Tottenham
Southampton v Burnley
Leyton Orient or Derby County v Manchester City
Doncaster Rovers v Crystal Palace
Stoke City v Cardiff City

Ties are due to be played over the weekend of February 8th, following the second leg of the Carabao Cup semi-final against Arsenal on Wednesday 5th.

FAC3:
William, it was really something!

Newcastle  3  Bromley  1

Newcastle ultimately prevailed in the battle of the corvids at St. James' Park on Sunday afternoon, with the Magpies seeing off the Ravens after Bromley took a shock early lead.

In the first-ever meeting of the two clubs, Cameron Congreve gave the League Two side the lead in the eighth minute with an accurate shot from the edge of the box at the Leazes End.

Thankfully the equaliser wasn't long in coming, moments after Daniel Imray had shaved the outside of Martin Dubravka's post, with Lewis Miley hitting an unstoppable drive into the top corner after taking a pass from Matt Targett.

Targett was one of no fewer than nine changes to the side that won at Arsenal, Joelinton and Dubravka the only two that started both cup games.

Kieran Trippier and Lloyd Kelly joined the returning Fabian Schar in defence while the midfield saw starts for Sean Longstaff and Miley.

Harvey Barnes and Miggy Almiron took up the wide positions while Will Osula was given just his second start, to add to the cup tie at home to AFC Wimbledon.

But following Miley's strike, the home side struggled to break down the gold-clad defences with over-elaborate passing moves breaking down before Grant Smith in the Bromley goal was tested.

A seemingly unimpressed Eddie Howe took off Barnes and Joelinton at half-time, introducing Anthony Gordon and Bruno Guimaraes and the changes appeared to work.

Targett was upended in the box minutes after the break and Gordon calmly stroked in the spot-kick to put his side ahead.

The Ravens were still in the tie but Osula all but ended the contest when he cut in from the right and let fly with a stunning left-footed effort that nestled into corner of the net.

Lewis Hall and Trevan Sanusi joined the action, the latter making his first team debut aged 17 and Sandro Tonali also made his FA Cup debut from the bench.

A fairly comfortable victory in the end, after the early scare, but ex-Magpie coach Andy Woodman, was justifiably proud of his side's performance.

The win made it eight straight victories in all competitions for the Magpies, having scored 24 goals and conceding just their second in that run.

The draw for the Fourth Round was delayed after the Arsenal v Manchester United tie went to extra-time and penalties.

Full match report to follow.

Team: Dubravka, Trippier, Schar, Kelly, Targett, Longstaff (Hall 69), L.Miley, Joelinton (Guimaraes 46), Almiron (Tonali 84), Osula (Sanusi 69), Barnes (Gordon 46).
Subs n/u: Vlachodimos, Livramento, Krafth, Burn, A.Murphy.

Goals: L.Miley 16, Gordon 49pen, Osula 61.

BFC: Smith, Reynolds (Webster 82), Sowunmi, Elerewe, Imray, Arthurs (Leigh 83), Thompson (Charles 65), Odutayo, Congreve (Passley 77), Cheek (Amantchi 78), Whitely.
Subs n/u: Long, Olomola, Jenkinson, Dennis.

Goal: Congreve 8.

Crowd: 52,088 including around 3,000 Bromley followers.

Enjoying his first home success in the FA Cup, Eddie Howe said:

"It was important we responded. The longer it goes on the more anxiety can creep in. What a brilliant finish from Lewis Miley. From that moment we settled into the game.

"Lewis played very well. He brings loads of composure and quality on the ball."

Bromley Head Coach and ex-Magpie Andy Woodman said:

"Who knows if we'd have got that [second goal].

"It was lovely. We got the goal that gave us a little bit of hope. That's what the FA Cup is about.

"I'm proud of my team. The way we got beaten was the right way to get beaten."

Referee: Will Finnie - Bedfordshire-based official who has been taking charge of EFL games since 2019 and made his Championship bow last April.

The only previous game he's refereed that we can find involving United featuring was a PL2 game against Southampton that finished 1-1 back in 2019.

VAR: n/a

Third Round results/fixtures:

Thu 09.01.2025:
Sheffield United 0-1 Cardiff City
Everton 2-0 Peterborough United
Fulham 4-1 Watford

Fri 10.01.2025:
Wycombe Wanderers 2-0 Portsmouth
Aston Villa 2-1 West Ham

Sat 11.01.2025:
Birmingham City 2-1 Lincoln City
Bristol City 1-2 Wolves
smoggies 0-1 Blackburn Rovers
Liverpool 4-0 Accrington Stanley
Leicester City 6-2 QPR
Bournemouth 5-1 West Bromwich Albion
Brentford 0-1 Plymouth Argyle
Chelsea 5-0 Morecambe
Exeter City 3-1 Oxford United
Norwich City 0-4 Brighton & Hove Albion
Nottingham Forest 2-0 Luton Town
Reading 1-3 Burnley (aet)
mackems 1-2 Stoke City (aet)
Manchester City 8-0 Salford
Leeds United 1-0 Harrogate Town
Coventry City 1-1 Sheffield Wednesday (4-3pens)

Sun 12.01.2025:
Hull City 1-1 Doncaster Rovers (4-5pens)
Tamworth 0-3 Spurs (aet)
Arsenal 1-1 Manchester United (4-5pens)
Crystal Palace 1-0 Stockport County
Ipswich Town 3-0 Bristol Rovers
Newcastle United 3-1 Bromley
Southampton 3-0 Swansea City

Mon 13.01.2025:
Millwall v Dagenham & Redbridge (7.30pm) ITV4

Tue 14.01.2025:
Leyton Orient v Derby County (7.45pm)
Mansfield Town v Wigan Athletic (7.45pm)
Preston North End v Charlton Athletic (7.45pm)

Stats: 

William Osula got his first competitive goal for the club.

Anthony Gordon scored his 20th goal for Newcastle in all competitions while Lewis Miley got his second.

NUFC last 10 FAC3 ties:

2024/25 Bromley (h) R3 won 3-1
2023/24 mackems (a) R3 won 3-0
2022/23 Sheffield Wednesday (a) R3 lost 1-2
2021/22 Cambridge United (h) R3 lost 0-1
2020/21 Arsenal (a) R3 lost 0-2aet
2019/20 Rochdale (h) R3R won 4-1
2019/20 Rochdale (a) R3 drew 1-1
2018/19 Blackburn Rovers (a) R3R won 4-2
2018/19 Blackburn Rovers (h) R3 drew 1-1
2017/18 Luton Town (h) R3 won 3-1
2016/17 Birmingham City (h) R3R won 3-1
2016/17 Birmingham City (a) R3 drew 1-1
2015/16 Watford (a) R3 lost 0-1

Compo:
Hat giveaway
 

Inspired by United's perennially popular 1995/96 home shirt (now re-released by adidas) the Tino bobble hat is available here from Tyneside-based Football Bobbles. 

We have one up for grabs in a free-to-enter competition and to be in with a chance of winning it, simply predict the final score in Newcastle's Premier League home meeting with Wolves this Wednesday.

Email [email protected] with your answer by Noon on Wednesday January 15th, subject line of Hat. 

No age limit, open to anyone on the planet but delivery can only be made to a UK address. One entry each please. In the event of a tie, one winner will be randomly drawn from all correct entries received.

Update:
Moves

Newcastle midfielder Isaac Hayden has completed a loan move to Championship side Portsmouth for the remainder of the season, joining former Gallowgate colleague Matt Ritchie at Fratton Park.

Hayden remains under contract at SJP until 2026.

Meanwhile former Magpie Paul Dummett has a new club following the conclusion of his short-term deal at League One side Wigan Athletic.

The 33 year-old has joined League Two Carlisle United, who are currently managed by ex-SJP colleague Mike Williamson.

Other transfers this month include the following:

Kyle Cameron loaned from Notts County to Barrow
Ryan Donaldson left Blyth Spartans, joined Ashington
Lewis Gibson Plymouth Argyle to Preston North End

Others:

Former trialist Cedwyn Scott has made a permanent switch from Notts County to Carlisle United.

SJP old boy Patrick Kluivert has agreed to become the new coach of the Indonesian national team.

Carabao Cup:
Geordie pride

Arsenal  0  Newcastle  2

Match report

2024/25:
Bairns up for the cup

Newcastle U18s are action at home to Aston Villa in the FA Youth Cup Fourth Round this coming Thursday.

That will be played at Whitley Park with a 7pm start.

From previous experience the tie will be an "all pay" affair, with admission £3 adults and £1 concessions payable only in cash at the turnstiles.

The NUFC official app listing shows that a free live stream for this tie will be available.

The winners of the tie will be at home to either Cardiff City or Bristol City in Round Five.

Update:
Another Isak brace

A glittering December that saw him score eight goals and provide two assists in six Premier League games saw Alexander Isak voted the PL Player of the Month.

And the Newcastle striker also collected December's PL Goal of the Month accolade for his magnificent opener at home to Liverpool.

Isak becomes the eighth different Magpie to lift the player award and it's the twelfth time that the title has ended up at SJP:

Sep 1994 Rob Lee
Aug 1995 David Ginola
Nov 1995 Rob Lee
Sep 1998 Alan Shearer
Dec 2002 Alan Shearer
Oct 2003 Alan Shearer
Dec 2011 Demba Ba
Nov 2013 Tim Krul
May 2021 Joe Willock
Oct 2022 Miguel Almiron
Dec 2024 Alexander Isak

The Swede becomes only the second Newcastle player to complete a monthly player and goal double, following on from Miguel Almiron in October 2022.*

Feb 2019 Fabian Schar v Burnley (h)
Oct 2019 Matty Longstaff v Manchester United (h)
Apr 2022 Miguel Almiron v Crystal Palace (h)
Aug 2022 Allan Saint-Maximin v Wolves (h)
Oct 2022 Miguel Almiron v Fulham (a)
Dec 2024 Alexander Isak v Lliverpool (h)

* while the player award dates back to 1994, the goal accolade was only established in 2016 - hence the lack of Alan Shearer (and others) in the latter list. 

Update:
Goalkeeper situation
still unresolved

Despite post-match gestures at Arsenal widely assumed to be his farewell to the fans, Martin Dubravka remains a Newcastle player and speculation of joining a Saudi Arabian club this month remains unconfirmed. 

Speaking to the media on Friday, Eddie Howe said of Dubravka that:

"I think he has been in a difficult position with his contract being up in the summer. There is that doubt and he will naturally want some conclusion to his future.

"Whatever the outcome, he has more than played his part in our recent run of fixtures. Hopefully, we can come to some sort of agreement with him.

"Martin has never said he wants to leave. He has been a very good professional and it's a credit to him because it was difficult when Nick Pope was in the team, but he was ready to come in and perform.

"That's down to how hard he trains and you can see how much Newcastle means to him. He is very invested.

"I think the right decision will be the right decision - not just for us but for Martin as well.

"Martin is performing really well and we want to keep him. He's never said he wants to leave and hopefully we can resolve things."

Loan lads:
Temps 

Magpie loan watch:

Harrison Ashby (QPR)
The full back kept his place in the R's side that lost 2-6 at Leicester City in the FA Cup on Saturday, completing the entire tie.

Joe White (MK Dons)
Saturday's League Two visit to Carlisle United was called off due to a frozen Brunton Park pitch.

Jamie Miley (Newport County)
Saturday's League Two visit to Accrington Stanley didn't go ahead as the hosts were in FA Cup action away at Liverpool.

Miodrag Pivas (Willem II)
Twente (a) Eredivisie, Sunday.

Max Thompson (Chesterfield)
Rotherham United (h) EFL Trophy, Tuesday.

Isaac Hayden (Portsmouth)
Blackburn Rovers (a) Championship, Wednesday.

Jamal Lewis had his loan to Brazilians Sao Paulo terminated due to injury and he's back in England for an unspecified period of rehabilitation.

2024/25:
Tunnel tussle - 
FA charges

The FA confirm that both Newcastle and Aston Villa have landed disciplinary charges arising from an incident in the SJP player's tunnel at half time on Boxing Day.

Both clubs were charged with failing to control their players and/or technical area occupants, with further charges of acting in an improper manner levelled at  Jason Tindall and Villa analyst Victor Manas. 

The clubs have until next Monday to respond.

Unlikely lads:
'Keeper comeback

Just over six months after his time at Gallowgate came to an end, goalkeeper Loris Karius has found a new club, agreeing to join Bundesliga.2 club Schalke 04.

The German-born 31 year-old was pictured arriving for his medical on Friday ahead of an initial six month contract with the Gelsenkirchen club.

2024/25:
Wolves (h)

Eddie Howe's side return to Premier League action on Wednesday, when Wolves provide the opposition in a 7.30pm kick-off. It's live on TNT Sports.

The Magpies will be looking to record their second PL win double of the season, after taking six points off Spurs.

Team: tbc

WWFC: To follow.

Matheus Cunha will be available following suspension.

Vitor Pereira has replaced Gary O'Neill since United's 2-1 success at Molineux, the much-travelled Portuguese manager losing just one of his first five games. 

Taking nine points from a possible 30 away from home so far, the 22 goals Wolves have conceded on the road is the second-worst total in the division, exceeded only by the 27 that Leicester City have shipped.

Referee: Darren England - the Doncaster-based whistler makes his second appearance of the season in charge of a Toon game, after the 1-1 draw at Crystal Palace

VAR: Graham Scott

Latest PL fixtures:
(all games live on TNT Sports) 

Tue 14.01.2025:
Brentford v Manchester City (7.30pm)
Chelsea v Bournemouth (7.30pm)
West Ham v Fulham (7.30pm)
Nottingham Forest v Liverpool (8pm)

Wed 15.01.2025:
Everton v Aston Villa (7.30pm)
Leicester City v Crystal Palace (7.30pm)
Newcastle v Wolves (7.30pm)
Arsenal v Spurs (8pm)

Thu 16.01.2025:
Ipswich Town v Brighton & Hove Albion (7.30pm)
Manchester United v Southampton (8pm)

UK TV: Live on TNT Sports

Overseas TV: To follow

UK Radio: Live on BBC Radio 5 Live Sports Extra

Local Radio: Live on BBC Radio Newcastle

Hospital Radio: Radio Tyneside commentary is accessible free of charge in local hospitals via Spark Media.

Buses: The Go North East X50 football service from the Metro Centre will be in operation. Details here

Metro: No scheduled alterations as yet.

Rail: No scheduled alterations as yet.

Roads: The Tyne Bridge refurbishment programme is underway, with one lane in each direction closed at all times until further notice. 

That will lead to congestion and delays, especially with the ongoing closure of the Gateshead Highway closure. More details here

Temporary road closures around SJP apply from an hour before kick-off until 30 minutes after the final whistle.

Food Bank: The usual stall and bucket shakers will be on and around Strawberry Place, with NUFC Director Jamie Reuben again matching all matchday donations.

Stats: 

Wolves @ SJP - PL era:

2023/24 won 3-0 Isak, Gordon, Livramento
2022/23 won 2-1 Isak, Almiron
2021/22 won 1-0 Wood
2020/21 drew 1-1 Lascelles
2019/20 drew 1-1 Lascelles
2018/19 lost 1-2 Perez
2016/17 won 2-0 Ritchie, Gouffran (LC)
2016/17 lost 0-2 (Ch)
2011/12 drew 2-2 Cisse, Gutierrez
2010/11 won 4-1 Nolan, Ameobi, Lovenkrands, Gutierrez
2003/04 drew 1-1 Bowyer
1992/93 won 2-1 Kelly 2 (D1)

Carabao Cup:
Spurs sneak ahead

Wednesday saw the second of this season's Carabao Cup semi-finals take place, Spurs holding a one goal advantage over Liverpool after the first leg in N17.

Semi-finals: 

Tue 07.01.2025 Arsenal 0-2 Newcastle
Wed 08.01.2025 Spurs 1-0 Liverpool

Wed 05.02.2025 Newcastle v Arsenal (8pm) Sky
Thu 06.02.2025 Liverpool v Spurs (8pm) Sky/ITV1

2024/25:
Seven up for Alex

Spurs  1  Newcastle  2

2024/25:
Bournemouth (h)

The Magpies host the Cherries at Gallowgate in the Premier League on Saturday.

It's a 12.30pm kick-off, live on TNT Sports.

Team: tbc

AFCB: Andoni Iraola's squad has been affected by injuries to forward duo Evanilson and Enes Unal, sidelining both for some time.

Bournemouth have recalled former Sheffield United striker Daniel Jebbison from his loan at Watford.

Ahead of their trip to Tyneside, Bournemouth visit Chelsea in the PL on Tuesday. Avoiding defeat at Stamford Bridge would extend their unbeaten run in league and cup matches to an impressive ten.

Referee: tbc

VAR: tbc

Upcoming PL fixtures:

Sat 18.01.2025:
Newcastle v Bournemouth (12.30pm) TNT
Brentford v Liverpool (3pm)
Leicester City v Fulham (3pm)
West Ham v Crystal Palace (3pm)
Arsenal v Aston Villa (5.30pm) Sky

Sun 19.01.2025:
Everton v Spurs (2pm) Sky
Manchester United v Brighton & Hove Albion (2pm)
Nottingham Forest v Southampton (2pm)
Ipswich Town v Manchester City (4.30pm) Sky

Mon 20.01.2025:
Chelsea v Wolves (8pm) Sky

UK TV: Live on TNT Sports

Overseas TV: To follow

UK Radio: Live on talkSPORT

Local Radio: Live on BBC Radio Newcastle

Stats: 

Cherries in Toon - all-time:

2023/24 drew 2-2 Gordon pen, Ritchie
2022/23 won 1-0 og (LC)
2022/23 drew 1-1 Isak (pen) (PL)
2019/20 won 2-1 Yedlin, Clark (PL)
2018/19 won 2-1 Rondon 2 (PL)
2017/18 lost 0-1 (PL)
2015/16 lost 1-3 Perez (PL)
1991/92 drew 2-2 Hunt 2 (FAC) (lost 3-4 pens)
1989/90 won 3-0 Anderson, Quinn 2 (D2)
1972/73 won 2-0 Macdonald, og (FAC)

2024/25:
Train trouble

Update: March looks no better for rail users, with further engineering work causing diversions and delays across several weekends including the 15th/16th.....

Details online here

Rail disruptions have been confirmed affecting fans travelling to all three of our February PL games:

Sat 01.02.2025 Fulham (h)

The closure of Kings Cross station means that LNER services will start and terminate at Peterborough, where coach transfers to and from Bedford will connect with London St. Pancras trains. Details online here

Sat 15.02.2025 Manchester City (a)

Buses replace Trans-Pennine services between York and Newcastle. Some LNER services will operate between Newcastle and York via an alternative route with extended journey times. Details online here

Sun 23.02.22025 Nottingham Forest (h)

Buses replace trains between York and Newcastle. Some LNER services operate between Newcastle and York, via an alternative route with extended journey times. No Lumos either. Details online here

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