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Internationals:
Call-ups
Tino Livramento (England U21s):
Thu 12.06.2025 Czechia (n) Dunajska Streda ECF
England U21s begin the defence of their European Championship title this
evening in Slovakia, with live coverage of their opener on Channel 4 from
7.30pm.
Sun 15.06.2025 Slovenia (n) Nitra ECF
Wed 18.06.2025 Germany (n) Nitra ECF
William Osula (Denmark U21s):
Thu 12.06.2025 Ukraine (n) Presov ECF
Sun 15.06.2025 Netherlands (n) Presov ECF
Wed 18.06.2025 Finland (n) Kosice ECF
Isaac Hayden (Jamaica):
Wed 11.06.2025 Guatemala (h) Kingston WCQ
Tue 17.06.2025 Guatemala (n) Carson, USA GC
Sat 21.06.2025 Guadeloupe (n) San Jose, USA GC
Wed 25.06.2025 Panama (n) Austin, USA GC
Antonio Cordero (Spain U19s):
Fri 13.06.2025 Denmark (n) ECF
Mon 16.06.2025 Romania (a) ECF
Thu 19.06.2025 Montenegro (n) ECF
Sat 07.06.2025 USA (h) drew 1-1 FR
The newly-acquired Magpie netted during his 45 minute outing in Benidorm.
Bruno Guimaraes (Brazil):
Wed 11.06.2025 Paraguay (h) won 1-0 WCQ
Success for Brazil in Sao Paulo confirmed qualification for next year's
World Cup Final tournament. Bruno completed the entire game at the cost of a
booking while former Magpie colleague Miggy Almiron started for Paraguay.
Fri 06.06.2025 Ecuador (a) drew 0-0 WCQ
The Magpie midfielder was named in the first starting line-up named by
incoming coach Carlo Ancelloti.
Bruno was withdrawn in second half added time as a safety-first display in
Guayaquil harvested a point.
Dan Burn/Anthony Gordon (England):
Tue 10.06.2025 Senegal (h) lost 1-3 FR
A disappointing defeat at the City Ground saw Gordon complete 58 minutes and
Burn remain on the bench.
Sat 07.06.2025 Andorra (n) won 1-0 WCQ
Burn won his second cap for England as they recorded an unimpressive victory
in
Barcelona. Club colleague Gordon was introduced from the bench in the 80th
minute.
Odysseas Vlachodimos (Greece):
Tue 10.06.2025 Bulgaria (h) Crete FR
Another night, another sub n/u stat for Vlad.
Sat 07.06.2025 Slovakia (h) won 4-1 FR
United's forgotten 'keeper remained benched in Crete.
Martin Dubravka
(Slovakia):
Tue 10.06.2025 Israel (n) lost 0-1 FR
The Newcastle custodian played no part in this friendly reverse, played
behind closed doors in the Hungarian city of Debrecen.
Sat 07.06.2025 Greece (a) lost 1-4 FR
Not the best of nights for Martin in Crete, beaten by three opposition
players and one of his own colleagues.
Alex Murphy (Ireland U21s):
Tue 10.06.2025 Qatar (n) drew 0-0 FR
Stalemate in Vrbovec, with the Toon defender introduced or the closing 16
minutes.
Fri 06.06.2025 Croatia (a) lost 0-1 FR
The Newcastle defender completed the full game in Zagreb.
Garang Kuol (Australia U23s):
Mon 09.06.2025 South Korea U23s (a) won 2-0 FR
The Newcastle player got his side off the mark in Yongin, beating the home
goalkeeper from fully 40 yards out.
See Garang's goal online here
Thu 05.06.2025 South Korea U23s (a) drew 0-0 FR
Team line-ups awaited in Yongin.
Sandro Tonali (Italy):
Mon 09.06.2025 Moldova (h) won 2-0 WCQ
Sandro kept his place in the side selected by outgoing national team coach
Luciano Spalletti and completed the entire game in Reggio Emilia.
Fri 06.06.2025 Norway (a) lost 0-3 WCQ
A full 90 minute shift for the midfielder in Oslo.
Travis Hernes (Norway U20s):
Mon 09.06.2025 Saudi Arabia (n) drew 0-0 FR
Scoreless at half time in Cairo, the intervention of Travis failed to
inspire either side into finding the net.
Fri 06.06.2025 USA (n) won 1-0 FR
The Magpie midfielder played 60 minutes in Cairo.
Rory Finneran (Ireland U17s):
Mon 09.06.2025 Croatia U18s (a) won 3-0 FR
The young Magpie set his side on the road to victory in Kotoriba with a low
left footed shot from distance in the 40h minute. Rory was replaced in the
83rd minute.
Sat 07.06.2025 Turkey U18s (a) lost 0-2 FR
A 58 minute shift for the United midfielder in Kotoriba.
Wed 04.06.2025 Norway U18s (a) lost 1-4 FR
Finneran wore the captain's armband in Kotoriba.
Competition:
Theatre
giveaway
Returning to Newcastle's Theatre Royal
later this month for three performances is "Carrying David",
Ed Waugh's stage adaptation of boxer Glenn McCrory's autobiography.
The play recounts Durham-born McCrory's rise to fame in the ring and the
inspiration he took from caring for his terminally ill brother, David.
"Carrying David" is on Saturday June 21st at 2.30pm and
7.30pm and Sunday June 22nd at 4pm. Tickets are available now online here
We have a pair of seats up for grabs for
one of the shows and to be in with a chance of winning, send your answer to
the following question via email to [email protected]
by Noon on Monday June 16th. Subject line of David.
What weight class was Glenn McCrory boxing in when he became World Champion
during 1989?
No age limit, open to anyone anywhere in
the world. One entry per person. Prize consists of theatre tickets only.
Update:
Trafford talk resurfaces
Almost a year to the
day that reports of interest from Newcastle in James Trafford
appeared, identical claims about the Burnley goalkeeper circulated on
Tuesday.
Speculation over transfer talks grew as the 22 year-old 6
foot 6 inch tall native of Cockermouth was on the bench for England in their
defeat by Senegal, joining Dan Burn and Anthony Gordon in Thomas Tuchel's
squad.
Those reports spoke of Trafford moving to Gallowgate to compete with Nick
Pope as first-choice custodian, but whether that's a realistic goal remains
to be seen.
With Manchester City as a youngster, Trafford's senior competitive debut
came while on loan to Accrington Stanley in August 2021; a further temporary
switch then taking him to Bolton Wanderers for an 18 month period.
A £19m move from City to Burnley followed in July 2023 ahead of their
Premier League return, playing 28 times in the top flight for the Clarets
that season.
Tipped to leave Turf Moor as Burnley returned to the Championship, United
failed to complete a deal as PSR obligations blighted their summer 2024
transfer activity.
Last season saw James keep 29 clean sheets in 45 league outings as Scott
Parker's side mounted a successful promotion bid and finished second to
Leeds United.
That included a memorable double penalty save against the mackems; Trafford successfully
employing mind games to deny Wilson Isidor twice from 12 yards.
Update:
FAB minutes
Minutes from the most recent FAB (Fan Advisory Board) meeting at SJP are now
available online here
Amongst the usual range of topics
covered was the following update regarding 2025/26 kit releases:
"Third kit to launch in early July and Away shirt launch planned to be
on pre-season tour in Asia during July or August."
RGR:
£20K, Mark
reached
NUFC.com reader Mark Allison
aka Run
Geordie Run continues his charitable trek across the USA,
Tuesday seeing donations exceed £20,000 - or one third of the amount he is
hoping to raise on this run.
That came as he continued his progress towards the Missouri/Kansas state line,
some 2,125 miles shy of his ultimate destination of Huntington Beach in
California.
Mark continues to support the vital work of St.Benedicts Hospice If you can help, please do so online here
Links to the various RGR online outlets appear here
Update:
Bill McKinney RIP
The death of former Magpie Bill
McKinney has been announced, at the age of 88.
Wallsend-born Bill served his apprenticeship as a plater at Swan Hunter
Shipyard, playing junior football for both Wallsend Rising Sun and Wallsend
St. Lukes.
Completing his national
service in the army, Bill was selected for their national XI and joined
United during May 1956, playing for their "A" team initially.
Losing out to fellow new
arrival Dick Keith in his first season at Gallowgate, Bill had to wait until
December 1957 for a first team chance, stepping up from the reserves to play
in a 3-3 draw away to Spurs.
Finally becoming a first
team regular at right back in the 1960/61 relegation campaign, Bill played
in both full back positions and at centre half as unsuccessful promotion
challenges were mounted over the next three seasons.
Replaced by David Craig late in the 1963/64 season, Bill featured just twice
more ahead of a £2,750 switch to Bournemouth in August 1965 - leaving
Gallowgate with eight goals in 95 league and cup games.
Reunited with Dick Keith at Dean Court 1966 saw him join Third Division side
Mansfield Town and he played on at Field Mill for another two seasons.
A move to Southern Premier League side Wellington Town (who later renamed
themselves Telford United) followed, McKinney settling in the Shropshire
town of Dawley and remained there after his retirement.
Concerts:
Sam @ SJP
Stage times for this
week's trio of SJP gigs are as follows:
Thu 12.06.2025:
6pm The Pale White
7.30pm CMAT
9pm Sam Fender
Sat 14.06.2025:
5pm Ernie
6pm CMAT
7.30pm Olivia Dean
9pm Sam Fender
Sun 15.06.2025:
5pm Hector Gannet
6pm CMAT
7.30pm Olivia Dean
9pm Sam Fender
(Doors open 4pm and curfew 11pm on all three nights)
Metro travel information for gig nights is online here
Released/retained:
Callum comeback
still a possibility
Friday saw Newcastle confirm their retained and
released player lists, Jamal Lewis and Lloyd Kelly the only
two confirmed departures - the former becoming a free agent and the latter
completing a permanent move to Juventus.
Callum Wilson and John Ruddy remain under contract at
Gallowgate until the end of June, United revealing that they "have
opened discussions with both players about their futures and new contracts
could still be agreed."
Following announcements regarding contract extensions for Dan Burn, Emil
Krafth and Fabian Schar, the club confirm that an option has been exercised
for back-up goalkeeper Mark Gillespie to remain at SJP for a further
12 months.
Six members of the club's Development squad are also exiting: midfield pair
Ellis Stanton and James Huntley, attacking duo Jay Turner-Cooke and Josh
Donaldson and the Powell twins Harry and Rory - both defenders.
Incoming:
Oliver's (Toon) Army
The
Mail report that Newcastle are set to complete a deal for Rangers left
back Oliver Goodbrand, with the 16 year-old heading to Tyneside soon
for his medical.
The Scottish U16 international debuted for the Rangers B team in a Glasgow
Cup game aged 15 and as an academy scholar would be available upon payment
of compensation.
PS: reports north of the border have also credited United with interest in a
second Ibrox starlet, in the shape of winger Alfie Hutchinson.
The 16 year-old joined Rangers from Hearts in 2024 and like Goodbrand, has
played at B team level in the Glasgow Cup.
Competition:
Badge
winner
The latest designs from Magpin
extend his Carabao Cup winner special editions to include Bruno Guimaraes
and Joelinton posing with the silverware.
The badges are sold in a double pack, in stock now online here
and we had a pair to give away, asking
which
drink became the League Cup's very first sponsor in 1982.
It was of course Milk (referenced in a TV
advert about Ian Rush and Accrington Stanley) and rising like cream to the
top and bagging the badges was Chris Gunning.
Incoming:
Toon Tone confirmed
Newcastle have reached agreement to sign Spaniard Antonio
Cordero when his contract with Spanish side Malaga expires on July 1st.
The 18 year-old right-footed winger made the first of 60 senior appearances
for his previous side in September 2023, ending last season with six goals
from 39 games as Malaga narrowly avoided relegation from the second tier.
Travelling to Tyneside in recent days to complete the formalities of his
transfer, Cordero is now preparing to feature at the U19 European
Championship finals.
Defending champions Spain are paired in Group A with Denmark, Romania
and Montenegro in the eight team tournament staged in Romania.
Quotes from outgoing Sporting Director Paul Mitchell that Cordero was sought
by other clubs in Spain and across Europe back up media claims of interest
from the likes of Barcelona, Real Madrid, Ajax and Spurs.
A five year contract is claimed in the Spanish press for the player known as
Antonito, United confirming that they plan to loan him out next
season.
Ajax have been mooted as one possible destination; United successfully
placing Yankuba Minteh with Eredivisie rivals Feyenoord following his
arrival in July 2023.
Update:
Boot winners
Thanks to everyone who supported the recent Wor Flags
fundraising raffle with player-autographed football boots up for grabs.
The winning tickets were purchased by:
Andrew Abrahams
Dale Carlisle
Shaun Parker
2025/26:
Moving on up
The 2025/26 season Magpie Mover is now on sale via NUFC, with the
price fixed at £25 (no concessions).
The ticket covers competitive men's first team games at SJP, allowing one
direct return trip via specified public transport within Tyne and wear up to
three hours before kick-off to the end of daily service
post-match.
NUFC's launch announcement reveals that Magpie Movers now come as a digital
mobile download, although lacking the capability to open ticket barriers.
There's no mention of continued availability in an alternative card
format.
For the first time, Magpie Movers can be purchased by Mags+ members
in addition to season ticket holders.
Press release here
2025/26:
£30's still plenty
The Premier League confirm that the £30 adult away
ticket price cap will continue into the 2025/26 season - the tenth
successive season this limit has applied.
UEFA announced last year that away ticket prices for 2025/26 Champions
League games would be pegged at €50.
2025/26:
Sela Cup (h) update
Spanish side Atletico Madrid are
confirmed as United's pre-season friendly opponents at SJP, contesting the Sela Cup over a single match as was the case in 2024.
Finishing third in La Liga last season, Diego Simeone's side visit
Gallowgate on Saturday August 9th with a 4pm start, following
a game between the respective women's teams that will kick off there at 1pm.
Tickets are now on public sale and cover both games.
2025/26:
Celtic (a) update
Tickets for Newcastle's visit
to Parkhead next month are now on public sale to home fans, Celtic season
ticket holders having largely voted with their feet during the dedicated
sales period for them.
That apathetic response has been explained by Celtic's decision to charge
season ticket holders to attend, having previously included a friendly game
in their renewals.
United's last visit to the east end of Glasgow in 2004 saw the same
situation unfold, resulting in a crowd of 20,000 - almost 40,000 less than
were present for our 1999 game.
Initially at least, only the areas opened up to home season ticket holders
appear on the seating plan for public sale - the Main Stand and lower tier
of opposite North Stand.
The Magpies were allocated and sold 7,200 tickets.
Update:
Box office hours
NUFC have announced a
reduction in box office opening hours, in recognition that the majority of
purchases and supporter queries are now processed online or by phone.
The Milburn Stand box office will now only be open on Wednesdays, between
10am and 5pm.
Home matchday opening is from 10am until half time.
Telephone lines will be open as follows:
Monday to Friday: between 10am and 5pm.
Home matchdays: 10am until 30 minutes before kick-off.
Away matchdays: Three hours before kick off until kick off.
Old
boys:
Comings & goings
SJP old boys with new clubs/jobs include:
Tom Allan Darlington
Jean-Alain
Boumsong Auxerre C
Mark Boyd Carlisle City AM
Lewis Cass Harrogate Town
Stan Flaherty Hampton & Richmond
Oisin McEntee Hearts
John Robertson Ross County AM
Former Magpies leaving
their clubs include:
Tom Allan Gateshead
Graeme Carrick Boro C
Lewis Cass Grimsby Town
Nicky Deverdics Blyth Spartans
Paul Dummett Carlisle United
Stan Flaherty Kingstonian
Fraser Forster Spurs
Dwight
Gayle Hibernian (retired)
Jeff Hendrick Derby County
JJ Hooper Blyth Spartans
Tim Krul Luton Town
Oisin McEntee Walsall
Greg Olley Gateshead
Jonjo Shelvey Burnley
Ben Tozer Forest Green Rovers (retired)
Jonathan Woodgate Boro C
Freddie Woodman Preston North End
2025/26:
Korea opportunities
