Last updated: 14:47, November 20, 2008
Newcastle United news
Newcastle are one of English football’s greatest underachievers given the fact they have thrown millions of pounds at their squad since winning promotion to the Premier League in 1993.
Boss Kevin Keegan returned in January 2008 for his second stint at St James’ Park and his status as a ‘Geordie Messiah’ is firmly on the line even among his most diehard supporters.
Newcastle’s fans are known for their love of flair and Michael Owen, Mark Viduka, Damien Duff and James Milner will get among the goals, but the Magpies also need to find some consistent defensive performers if they are going to end their mediocre run.
Famous former players include legendary striker Alan Shearer and England maverick Paul Gascoigne.
Wideman tipped for start
Joe Kinnear has indicated that Charles N'Zogbia is in line to start Saturday's clash with Chelsea, after impressing the manager.
Keeper out on loan
Newcastle's third-choice goalkeeper Tim Krul has left St James' on loan to join League One outfit Carlisle United.
Kinnear reveals Ashley meeting
Joe Kinnear will meet owner Mike Ashley on Saturday for talks aimed at extending his stay at Newcastle until the end of the season.
Race on for key defender
Key defender Steven Taylor is facing a race against time to shake off a stomach problem for Newcastle's trip to Chelsea on Saturday.
Defender linked with move
Norwich are being linked with a move for Newcastle defender David Edgar as Glenn Roeder looks to strengthen.
Magpies run rule over Warnock
Newcastle are back on the trail of Blackburn Rovers' left-back Stephen Warnock and could make a renewed bid in January.
Shearer's terms to send Wise packing
Rob Lee's revelation that Alan Shearer is up for the Newcastle job "on his own terms" is likely to mean the end for Dennis Wise.
Barton ruled out again
Newcastle midfielder Joey Barton has been ruled out for the rest of the year after suffering medial ligament damage against Wigan.
Kinnear defends Owen decision
Joe Kinnear is standing by his decision to ease Michael Owen back into action despite the Newcastle striker saying he's ready to start.
Kinnear calls for Owen talks
Interim manager Joe Kinnear has reiterated his desire to keep hold of striker Michael Owen - if he is still in charge of Newcastle.
Newcastle United 2-2 Wigan Athletic
Titus Bramble returned to haunt his former club with a last-minute equaliser to snatch Wigan a much-deserved 2-2 draw with Newcastle.
Toon star starts comeback
Mark Viduka has made his long-awaited return to training with the Newcastle squad, but has been warned not to rush back.
Kinnear confident of Shay's future
Newcastle boss Joe Kinnear has told his Spurs counterpart harry Redknapp not to waste his time by pursuing interest in Shay Given.
Owen on bench again
Newcastle striker Michael Owen will start on the bench against Wigan with Sebastian Bassong on stand-by to start the match.
Kinnear sorry for rodent jibe
Newcastle boss Joe Kinnear will apologise to Martin Atkinson after calling him a "Mickey Mouse referee" as he looks to avoid a ban.
