Should Newcastle stick with 5-4-1 against West Ham?
Rafa Benitez’s 5-4-1 formation worked a treat on Monday night. With Paul Dummett out injured, Benitez decided to change the shape of his side rather…
Rafa Benitez Archives: 11/2018
Formation change was a masterstroke by Rafa Benitez
As soon as Newcastle kicked off on Monday night, it was clear there had been a formation change. When the starting XI was announced, it…
Benitez’s comments on Murphy should please Newcastle fans
Jacob Murphy hasn’t featured in Newcastle’s last four games, but recent comments from Rafa Benitez suggest he is once again pushing for a first-team place.…
Recalling Achraf Lazaar for Newcastle’s trip to Burnley would be a bad idea
You’d be excused for actually forgetting what Achraf Lazaar looks like. The Moroccan arrived at Newcastle ahead of their season in the Championship, even getting…
Newcastle hierarchy could prove themselves to Benitez by signing Almiron
According to the Chronicle, Miguel Almiron is a target for Newcastle United. The playmaker’s agent watched on as the Magpies beat Bournemouth last week, moving…
Rondon puts in the strikers performance Benitez has wanted since he took over
Salomon Rondon was Newcastle’s hero against Bournemouth. The on-loan striker bagged a brace, registering his first Premier League goals for his new club. As well…
Newcastle fans react to Rafa Benitez’s substitutes against Bournemouth
Newcastle may have won on Saturday, but the three substitutes caused quite a stir. The Magpies’ squad was looking slightly bare due to injuries to…
Goal difference is already playing its part for Newcastle
At the start of the season, Newcastle’s goal difference could’ve taken a serious battering. The Magpies had tough games against Tottenham, Chelsea, Manchester City and…
