A morale sapping evening at the City Ground despite Newcastle United winning 4-3 on penalties against Nottingham Forest to advance to the 3rd round of the League Cup.
The lads appear to have lost the ability to control games away from home. Something which was evident last season and has continued so far this. A lack of pace, loss of defensive shape and huge gaps between the players means we lose the ability to dictate to our opponents, and we are often left chasing the game. Somehow, we are finding ways to get results, so hopefully when we do kick into gear, we will be a delight to watch.
Twitchiness amongst the fanbase on social media is sure to ramp up despite the result, and with two days left of the summer transfer window, be prepared for 48 hours of nonstop refreshing of Twitter/X and habitual watching of Sky Sports News for any shred of a crumb of information about new signings happening.
The gaffer rotated his line up making six changes to the team that started the draw with Bournemouth. Trippier, Hall, Tonali, Willock, Almiron and Barnes came into the starting eleven, in what was a strong team and a good show of squad depth.
A scintillating start to the game which had us reminiscing about the ‘intensity is our identity’ Mags when will Willock netted after just 18 seconds, only for the feeling to be almost orgasmic when Tonali was sent through in the 3rd minute. Unfortunately, the keeper blocked the shot low down to his right. Tonali’s vision, pace and touch were evident (and we’ve clearly missed him), yet he was eclipsed by Joe Willock who was outstanding during his short cameo. It was gutting to see him limp off – hopefully the football gods will be kind.
18 SECONDS!! 😱
Joe Willock gives Newcastle the lead! ⚡ pic.twitter.com/L1nLTO5LBr
— Sky Sports Football (@SkyFootball) August 28, 2024
From Nottingham Forest’s kick off Newcastle got possession and Sandro Tonali played a forward pass to Miguel Almiron in the middle, he…
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Author : Jonathan Young
Publish date : 2024-08-28 21:40:20
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