Newcastle Untied continue good form in the Champions League but continue to stutter away from home in the Premier League. Ali and Hodge discuss recent games, form, Eddie Howe's tenure and upcoming Premier League fixture vs Manchester City after the International Break.

Can NUFC kick on with w victory at home to Manchester City?

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Another memorable week on Tyneside as Newcastle keep the good times rolling.

In this episode of Talk of the Toon, we cover:

• Bruno Guimarães’ late winner against Fulham
• A dominant 3-0 win over Benfica at St James’ Park
• Our Mount Rushmore of NUFC legends - which four make the cut?
• This week’s listener question
• Previews of Spurs in the Cup and West Ham in the Premier League

From Bruno’s clutch finish to big wins and bigger debates, we break down all the talking points from another strong week for Newcastle United.

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Newcastle lose 2-1 at Brighton, but there were positives - none bigger than Nick Woltemade’s brilliant back-heel equaliser, another glimpse of the young striker’s growing influence.

In this episode of Talk of the Toon, we discuss:

• What Newcastle can learn from the Brighton defeat
• Woltemade’s emergence and how he fits into Howe’s plans
• Away-form concerns and areas to improve
• Injury updates and how they affect depth
• Looking ahead to Benfica at St James’ Park - a crucial chance to respond and rebuild momentum

A frustrating afternoon on the south coast, but reasons for optimism as Newcastle turn their focus to Benfica and a busy run of fixtures.

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Newcastle United got their Premier League campaign back on track with a 1-0 win over Wolves, sealed by record signing Nick Woltemade’s debut goal.

In this episode of Talk of the Toon, we cover:

• Woltemade’s first NUFC appearance and match-winning moment
• Concern over Yoane Wissa’s injury
• A huge Champions League night vs Barcelona on the horizon
• The appointment of new CEO David Hopkinson
• A look ahead to Bournemouth away in the Premier League

From a dream debut to an injury setback, we break down where NUFC stand heading into a crucial fortnight.

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Newcastle United’s biggest summer window in years comes to a close - and Eddie Howe’s squad looks transformed.

In this episode of Talk of the Toon, we cover:

• Nick Woltemade joins for a club-record £69m
• Yoane Wissa signs from Brentford for £55m
• Alexander Isak sold to Liverpool for a British-record £130m - we break down the £91.8m profit
• Jacob Ramsey (£43m) and Malick Thiaw (~£34m) bolster depth and quality
• NUFC’s net spend ~£100m
• A quick word on the Leeds 0-0 draw
• What’s next after the transfer window closes and a look ahead to Wolves after the break

From a club-record signing to a record-breaking sale, we dive into how Newcastle reshaped the squad - and where they go next.

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Newcastle United fought back from 0-2 down but ultimately fell to a 2-3 defeat against Liverpool at St James’ Park, despite playing the entire second half with ten men.

With just five days left of the transfer window, we cover:

• NUFC’s spirited fightback and key moments from the Liverpool clash
• The latest on the ongoing Isak saga
• Ramped-up interest in Jørgen Strand Larsen
• Why Yoane Wissa remains a priority target up front
• What Newcastle still need before deadline day

A battling performance, transfer urgency, and a decisive week ahead for NUFC.

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Newcastle United’s Premier League campaign began with frustration at Villa Park as the Magpies were held to a 0–0 draw against ten men, with the absence of a striker glaringly obvious.

But while it was a slow start on the pitch, the transfer window is finally kicking into gear.

In this episode of Talk of the Toon, we cover:

• Elanga’s debut in black & white
• Isak still refusing to play amid Liverpool speculation
• Malick Thiaw’s signing confirmed - what he brings to the defence
• Jacob Ramsey deal agreed
• Wissa still a priority for NUFC’s attack
• A huge clash with Liverpool at St James’ Park on the horizon

From striker standoffs to long-awaited arrivals, we break down where NUFC stand after the opening week - and what could happen next.

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Newcastle United’s pre-season ends with big performances, major moves agreed, and selection headaches ahead of Villa on Saturday.

In this episode of Talk of the Toon, we cover:

• Ramsdale’s debut penalty save vs Espanyol
• Spirited showing against Atlético Madrid
• Isak’s continued absence despite Liverpool’s £110m bid being rejected
• Malick Thiaw deal agreed, announcement expected Monday
• Wissa pushing for NUFC move as Brentford hunt a replacement
• Goalkeeper shake-up: Dúbravka to Burnley, Vlachodimos to Sevilla likely
• John McGinn and other surprise transfer links

From penalty heroics to high-profile absences, we look at where NUFC stand - and what could happen next as the season begins.

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A much-improved 1-1 draw with Spurs after the sluggish K League All-Stars defeat gives Newcastle positives to build on with two pre-season games left. We break down the performance, who impressed, and where Howe still needs answers.

Off the pitch, Aaron Ramsdale’s loan move is complete, Alexander Isak is back on Tyneside after NUFC reject a £110m Liverpool bid, and Benjamin Šeško talks are ongoing as NUFC negotiate with RB Leipzig. Plus, we say goodbye to Isaac Hayden and react to the new green away kit.

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This might be Newcastle’s most revealing week of the summer...

In this episode of Talk of the Toon, we dive into the fast-unfolding storylines that could reshape the squad before the season even starts:

• Wissa refuses to train as Brentford reject NUFC’s £25mbid
• Isak’s £120–130m links to Liverpool refuse to go away
• Šeško emerges as a serious replacement - or is he?
• Trafford to Man City confirmed - what’s next for Dúbravka?
• South Korean winger Seung-soo Park joins
• Sudarshan Gopaladesikan announced as NUFC’s new Technical Director
• Plus: quick thoughts on the Arsenal game

From transfer standoffs to structural shakeups - we unpack where NUFC are heading and what could happen next.

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