SFC Chris Posted 12 December, 2013 Share Posted 12 December, 2013 I'm calling a defeat here. Simply because we don't do that well up there and I think they will be too good on the counter. They have great pace up front and will be up for it. Certainly far more up for it than City were last week. We don't do that well up there ? We've played them ONCE since 2005/06. The result on Saturday will have nothing to do with games we played 15-20 years ago. If we're up for it we will take the 3 points. Up to the guys to make it happen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlakeySFC Posted 13 December, 2013 Share Posted 13 December, 2013 Surprise surprise I'm not overly confident about this game. If I was a betting man I'd go for a high-scoring draw, maybe 2-2 or even 3-3. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shanghai Saint Posted 13 December, 2013 Share Posted 13 December, 2013 No am afraid not, although the English bar in Alabang purports to show games, since the debacle with Al Jezeera I can't even get any of the games on Balls TV anymore? and we used to get all the Saturday and Sunday games. At present I am back to dodgy chinese streams again Thanks mate, I may try the Heckle or Handle Bar off Burgos. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jasonb Posted 13 December, 2013 Share Posted 13 December, 2013 We don't do that well up there ? We've played them ONCE since 2005/06. The result on Saturday will have nothing to do with games we played 15-20 years ago. If we're up for it we will take the 3 points. Up to the guys to make it happen Maybe so but call it superstition or maybe just the players attitudes but certain grounds have been rubbish for us over the years. Stats can prove or disprove anything and obviously your stat above is largely due to us not playing them that often in last 8 years due to being in a different league. I still stand by my statement that historically it's not been a happy hunting ground for us. It shouldn't have anything to do with the result but players are humans and will be well aware we don't do well up there. Truly hope we win of course but am not overly confident. Just as well I'm not playing I guess you could say :-) As you were Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Shroppie Posted 13 December, 2013 Share Posted 13 December, 2013 Not got a good feeling, even though we were looking good by the end last Sat. Gazza still makes me nervous and we rarely do well in Geordieland. Would be happy with a point, but it will take a class performance. Defence will be busy, with pace to contend with and if we get chances they have to be put away. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CB Fry Posted 13 December, 2013 Share Posted 13 December, 2013 That was true for a long while, particularly at The Dell, spookily enough our last win there was in 1972 (same as the hoodoo we've just broke at Old Trafford), at St Mary's however I think it's played 6, 2 wins, 2 draws, 2 defeats. I didn't realise it wasn't so great at SMS. Just goes to show all the "haven't won at x since y" stuff is all balls. Don't think we'll win tomorrow though. We never win in Newcastle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint_Tony Posted 13 December, 2013 Share Posted 13 December, 2013 Think this could be a draw, which would be a decent result. Going to go for a 2-2 draw, Remy and Gouffran for Newcastle, Rodriguez and Osvaldo for Saints Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djk2g09 Posted 13 December, 2013 Share Posted 13 December, 2013 what pub is gonna be best for me and the lads to go and eat beers at pregame?! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
farawaysaint Posted 13 December, 2013 Share Posted 13 December, 2013 Lot of annoyed sound bites coming from Pards, he obviously is nursing a rather large grudge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
latter day saint Posted 13 December, 2013 Share Posted 13 December, 2013 Lot of annoyed sound bites coming from Pards, he obviously is nursing a rather large grudge. goes along with a rather large ego, so understandable Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
havasack Posted 13 December, 2013 Share Posted 13 December, 2013 what pub is gonna be best for me and the lads to go and eat beers at pregame?! Depends what you're after. If you wnat lagery, shouty type places go the gate complex, if you're after good beers then try Tilleys, The Forth, The Town wall, , Bodega, (all about 20mins from the ground, between the train station and SJP). The Bridge Hotel and Bacchus are worth a shout aswell, 5mins further away though. For food The Town wall is probably best or if anyone is staying on the Quayside newly opened Bridge Tavern is very good for both beer and food, nice well heated roof terrace aswell. Brew dog is worth a shout and could fit that in on the way up from the Bridge Tavern. Most places will be quite busy as they usually are on match days, add in it's our last home game before christmas so many will make a day of it. Anyone stopping over and wanting more resteraunt style food could do worse than to have a look in here......http://www.newcastle-online.org/nufcforum/index.php/topic,58315.0.html, obviously later pages are more recent. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djk2g09 Posted 13 December, 2013 Share Posted 13 December, 2013 Depends what you're after. If you wnat lagery, shouty type places go the gate complex, if you're after good beers then try Tilleys, The Forth, The Town wall, , Bodega, (all about 20mins from the ground, between the train station and SJP). The Bridge Hotel and Bacchus are worth a shout aswell, 5mins further away though. For food The Town wall is probably best or if anyone is staying on the Quayside newly opened Bridge Tavern is very good for both beer and food, nice well heated roof terrace aswell. Brew dog is worth a shout and could fit that in on the way up from the Bridge Tavern. Most places will be quite busy as they usually are on match days, add in it's our last home game before christmas so many will make a day of it. Anyone stopping over and wanting more resteraunt style food could do worse than to have a look in here......http://www.newcastle-online.org/nufcforum/index.php/topic,58315.0.html, obviously later pages are more recent. Thanks, myself and the lads are looking to get proper boozey pregame so this advice is brill. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bender Posted 13 December, 2013 Share Posted 13 December, 2013 Cabaye is out for them. I think we are much more consistent and I fully expect us to play well. Depends which NUFC turn up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saint1977 Posted 13 December, 2013 Share Posted 13 December, 2013 Crown Posada - I think that's the name - is a beautiful traditional pub for real ale drinkers and worth a visit post-match for those who are staying. Seem to remember having a delicious curry at place called Sarque or something similar. It's a great weekend for travelling supporters if you ignore our rubbish record at SJP. Went in 2003/4 and it was brilliant, you can see the stands from all around the City but the view is a bit 'Sensible Soccer' from the very back. Remember Bacchus being a good pub and some good beers to look out for - Jarrow Rivet Catcher and the Mordue range. Think we went into Trent House as well but would imagine that would rammed pre-game. Hope you all enjoy, was tempted but just too expensive from the South West when I've got Saints home games lined up in the new year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shroppie Posted 13 December, 2013 Share Posted 13 December, 2013 Depends what you're after. If you wnat lagery, shouty type places go the gate complex, if you're after good beers then try Tilleys, The Forth, The Town wall, , Bodega, (all about 20mins from the ground, between the train station and SJP). The Bridge Hotel and Bacchus are worth a shout aswell, 5mins further away though. For food The Town wall is probably best or if anyone is staying on the Quayside newly opened Bridge Tavern is very good for both beer and food, nice well heated roof terrace aswell. Brew dog is worth a shout and could fit that in on the way up from the Bridge Tavern. Most places will be quite busy as they usually are on match days, add in it's our last home game before christmas so many will make a day of it. Anyone stopping over and wanting more resteraunt style food could do worse than to have a look in here......http://www.newcastle-online.org/nufcforum/index.php/topic,58315.0.html, obviously later pages are more recent. Really appreciate the helpful advice. Almost makes me want to wish you good luck for tomorrow, but not quite. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint Garrett Posted 13 December, 2013 Share Posted 13 December, 2013 Depends what you're after. If you wnat lagery, shouty type places go the gate complex, if you're after good beers then try Tilleys, The Forth, The Town wall, , Bodega, (all about 20mins from the ground, between the train station and SJP). The Bridge Hotel and Bacchus are worth a shout aswell, 5mins further away though. For food The Town wall is probably best or if anyone is staying on the Quayside newly opened Bridge Tavern is very good for both beer and food, nice well heated roof terrace aswell. Brew dog is worth a shout and could fit that in on the way up from the Bridge Tavern. Most places will be quite busy as they usually are on match days, add in it's our last home game before christmas so many will make a day of it. Anyone stopping over and wanting more resteraunt style food could do worse than to have a look in here......http://www.newcastle-online.org/nufcforum/index.php/topic,58315.0.html, obviously later pages are more recent. Thanks mate! Appreciated. I have just arrived up here. Off to grab some good in a bit and out on the lash tomorrow night. Any areas in specific you recommend we should head to ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
havasack Posted 13 December, 2013 Share Posted 13 December, 2013 Thanks mate! Appreciated. I have just arrived up here. Off to grab some good in a bit and out on the lash tomorrow night. Any areas in specific you recommend we should head to ? The bigg market area has to be tried , Pop world, Mushroom and The Vault(a bit like watching curios in a freak show but worth having one for the shock/novelty value ), many head up to the gate complex but I can't stand it. The best pubs are towards the Central station (Forth, Town wall, Bodega), if it's night life you want then and you're young and trendy you'll be after the likes of Madam Ku's, Baby lynch and Perdu on Collingwood street. Food wise, I posted a link earlier with plenty of reccomendations and you'll not go far wrong on Stowell street if you want Chinese. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shroppie Posted 13 December, 2013 Share Posted 13 December, 2013 Just seen it's going to p1ss it down all afternoon. Not ideal for a classic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matthew Le God Posted 13 December, 2013 Share Posted 13 December, 2013 Just seen it's going to p1ss it down all afternoon. Not ideal for a classic. Light rain showers with sunshine currently forecast by the BBC for Newcastle tomorrow afternoon. http://www.bbc.co.uk/weather/2641673 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tokyo-Saint Posted 13 December, 2013 Share Posted 13 December, 2013 Weather off! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shroppie Posted 13 December, 2013 Share Posted 13 December, 2013 Light rain showers with sunshine currently forecast by the BBC for Newcastle tomorrow afternoon. http://www.bbc.co.uk/weather/2641673 Met Office says heavy rain all afternoon. They're normally ahead of BBC. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djk2g09 Posted 13 December, 2013 Share Posted 13 December, 2013 Where is the cheapest for a loada pints? How far is the pub from St Joseph's Park? First away day tomorrow boys I am very excited Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhilippineSaint Posted 13 December, 2013 Share Posted 13 December, 2013 Where is the cheapest for a loada pints? How far is the pub from St Joseph's Park? First away day tomorrow boys I am very excited Google Maps could not calculate the distance between St Josephs Park and Newcastle's ground as the Atlantic ocean due to global warming has not yet frozen over to enable it to be driven on. I would set of early if I was you to make sure you get there on time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Badger Posted 13 December, 2013 Share Posted 13 December, 2013 The bigg market area has to be tried , Pop world, Mushroom and The Vault(a bit like watching curios in a freak show but worth having one for the shock/novelty value ), many head up to the gate complex but I can't stand it. The best pubs are towards the Central station (Forth, Town wall, Bodega), if it's night life you want then and you're young and trendy you'll be after the likes of Madam Ku's, Baby lynch and Perdu on Collingwood street. Food wise, I posted a link earlier with plenty of reccomendations and you'll not go far wrong on Stowell street if you want Chinese. Showing my age here havasack, but as a former Newcastle Uni student, I recall Stowell Street as home to the Stage Door nightclub, a rather seedy little place but inexpensive and fun at the time. Also the Bigg Market was excellent, and always heaving....Half Moon pub; presumably now gone ? Never saw Saints at St James' Park in those days, had to go to Roker. Put it in context of time, I was up there when you signed KK from us. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pedro Posted 13 December, 2013 Share Posted 13 December, 2013 Gutted not to be there, away win for me but can't predict the score, too close to call. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RonManager Posted 13 December, 2013 Share Posted 13 December, 2013 Gutted not to be there, away win for me but can't predict the score, too close to call. Oh go on Peedro. It's free. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dannysfc Posted 13 December, 2013 Share Posted 13 December, 2013 Will be making the long trip up on my own to Newcastle for the game tomorrow by Train via London and am going for a 2-2 Draw for me even though a Win would be Great up there to **** the Geordies off but what will be will be and whatever league were in I'm Saints Till I Die!!! Also: 1). Are we in red for this or black? 2). What pubs are people drinking in too pre match? Thanks! COYR!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smirking_Saint Posted 14 December, 2013 Share Posted 14 December, 2013 Cabaye is out for them. I think we are much more consistent and I fully expect us to play well. Depends which NUFC turn up. As much as they've had a few dodgy games (so have we) you dont get to fighting distance of top four by being inconsistant Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ohio Saint Posted 14 December, 2013 Share Posted 14 December, 2013 Gazza still makes me nervous and we rarely do well in Geordieland. I think you'll find he won't be playing for them due to him being an old fat alcoholic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ericofarabia Posted 14 December, 2013 Share Posted 14 December, 2013 I think you'll find he won't be playing for them due to him being an old fat alcoholic. Bah Humbug .... beaten to it!! When I saw the Gaza reference, that was the 1st thing that came to my mind, and as I read through the thread I coulndn't believe nobody else had thought the same .... only to be thwarted at the final hurdle!! great minds and all that!! You will have the pleasure of my company on here tonight due to Al jism only being allowed to show one Saturday afternoon match by order of The EPL. do we still have Naughty Nuns etc on matchday? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dubai_phil Posted 14 December, 2013 Share Posted 14 December, 2013 Bah Humbug .... beaten to it!! When I saw the Gaza reference, that was the 1st thing that came to my mind, and as I read through the thread I coulndn't believe nobody else had thought the same .... only to be thwarted at the final hurdle!! great minds and all that!! You will have the pleasure of my company on here tonight due to Al jism only being allowed to show one Saturday afternoon match by order of The EPL. do we still have Naughty Nuns etc on matchday? I think as it is the fault of Brits who mean we are now back on the match thread we should come out all guns blazing. Nuns, Golf Stories, Christmas Stockings. Maybe in honour of the aholes who got us switched off we could have Pirate Chicks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
St Chalet Posted 14 December, 2013 Share Posted 14 December, 2013 It isn't on DSTV so I'll be joining you Phil Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint Garrett Posted 14 December, 2013 Share Posted 14 December, 2013 Will be making the long trip up on my own to Newcastle for the game tomorrow by Train via London and am going for a 2-2 Draw for me even though a Win would be Great up there to **** the Geordies off but what will be will be and whatever league were in I'm Saints Till I Die!!! Also: 1). Are we in red for this or black? 2). What pubs are people drinking in too pre match? Thanks! COYR!!! Fair play mate. It's a fair old track and I wouldn't be wanting to do it on my own! I would assume we're in red, and if you look on a previous page there is a Newcastle fan who has put some great advice on here. Safe journey. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
corky morris Posted 14 December, 2013 Share Posted 14 December, 2013 Leaving in 15. New ground for the lads. Hoping for a draw at least! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toadhall Saint Posted 14 December, 2013 Share Posted 14 December, 2013 Tough game today - Pards will be wanting the win but will MP be able to out think him? I'm going for honours even. But do fancy William hills 10/1 for AL to score and saints to win. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr X Posted 14 December, 2013 Share Posted 14 December, 2013 Think we will see Gazzas limitations as a goalie today fully expect him to be underfire from Newcastle's attack today and if I'm honest expect one or two calamitys. But if if the defence can stay strong in front of him we can get something. I'd take a point Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batman Posted 14 December, 2013 Share Posted 14 December, 2013 2-2 IMO Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Window Cleaner Posted 14 December, 2013 Share Posted 14 December, 2013 It isn't on DSTV so I'll be joining you Phil just been jocked off of Canal+ Sport as well, we were on at 4 (ie 3 UK time) but now it's Chelsea Palace... WTF. Stream again for me then, hope i can find the same one as last week, didn't stick once. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
simo Posted 14 December, 2013 Share Posted 14 December, 2013 2-1 saint's Gazza to have a blinder ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THEVMAN Posted 14 December, 2013 Share Posted 14 December, 2013 Very weird team selection today,really off the cuff decision by MP(someone benched) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batman Posted 14 December, 2013 Share Posted 14 December, 2013 Very weird team selection today,really off the cuff decision by MP(someone benched) oh dear meltdown in coming Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bewildered Posted 14 December, 2013 Share Posted 14 December, 2013 Very weird team selection today,really off the cuff decision by MP(someone benched) Hopefully it is not someone we absolutely need like Shaw or Lallana Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shroppie Posted 14 December, 2013 Share Posted 14 December, 2013 Very weird team selection today,really off the cuff decision by MP(someone benched) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batman Posted 14 December, 2013 Share Posted 14 December, 2013 fonte out, hooiveld in, I reckon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S-Clarke Posted 14 December, 2013 Share Posted 14 December, 2013 Will prob be quite a bit of rotation over the next few weeks I'd have thought. Lots of games in a short space of time, and an already thin squad, so we'll need to make sure that players who need to be called upon are in decent condition. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shroppie Posted 14 December, 2013 Share Posted 14 December, 2013 Light rain showers with sunshine currently forecast by the BBC for Newcastle tomorrow afternoon. http://www.bbc.co.uk/weather/2641673 MLG/BBC win. It's not raining. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shroppie Posted 14 December, 2013 Share Posted 14 December, 2013 The bigg market area has to be tried , Pop world, Mushroom and The Vault(a bit like watching curios in a freak show but worth having one for the shock/novelty value ), many head up to the gate complex but I can't stand it. The best pubs are towards the Central station (Forth, Town wall, Bodega), if it's night life you want then and you're young and trendy you'll be after the likes of Madam Ku's, Baby lynch and Perdu on Collingwood street. Food wise, I posted a link earlier with plenty of reccomendations and you'll not go far wrong on Stowell street if you want Chinese. Tried all your real ale recommendations. Excellent. Deep respect! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glasgow_Saint Posted 14 December, 2013 Share Posted 14 December, 2013 Mopo 's inexperience and naivety has already cost us points. Yoshida over Fonte against villa for one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batman Posted 14 December, 2013 Share Posted 14 December, 2013 Mopo 's inexperience and naivety has already cost us points. Yoshida over Fonte against villa for one. and it begins Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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