OTF

Almiron would work much better through the middle in attack.

Absolutely. Before we know it Schar will have to step up again.

Botman is lapping this game up.

Thought that was in from Botman for a moment.

CT in the crowd there showing off his new Newcastle United timepiece.

It's pinball whenever we put a ball into their box.

Was, but it was an excellent block rather than a poor shot.

Fraser was not expecting that to get through to him there

Needed one more naysayer and that would have gone in off the post.

So close for Longstaff

That touch in the centre where he jumped was bizarre.

And behind a Shay Given lookalike....

We're getting a bit sloppy, Pope bailing us out with a top save.

This sort of open game should suit Anderson if he's given a solid run out.

Looking at the replay he could have gone either side instead of trying to dink it over him.

What a chance there for Isak, bit of a heavy touch before the shot unfortunately.

A bit unlucky for Longstaff to get a yellow there, now a worry with the already tired legs.

Great from Joelinton, first winning the ball then beating the defender to make the pass.

We're right on the front foot from the start. I agree though, but if it continues like this they won't be doing anywhere near as much defensive work.

Pardew would be turgid at the potential left back substitutes on the bench.

This passive joking will be the end of me

Can we please vote on whether that nickname should be retired?

This will really test the legs, hope Bruno is back. Would consider starting Anderson with the two Brazilians.

Seems amicable, I'd imagine he wants to actually play in the final years of his career. He was always one of the best for us when he played.