A look at the latest Newcastle United headlined on Saturday, 17 September.
Alan Shearer's 'poor' Newcastle United verdict amid Bournemouth praise
Alan Shearer has summed up the general consensus amongst the Newcastle United fanbase after the 1-1 draw with Bournemouth. The Magpies legend claims the home side didn't do enough to win the game at St. James' Park this afternoon.
Eddie Howe's side fell behind to his former club, with VAR handing the Toon a second-half lifeline after Kieran Trippier's cross was adjudged to have hit the hand of a Cherries' defender, with Alexander Isak smashing home from the spot. Newcastle looked leggy as the game wore on with the visitors looking threatening on the counter.
The black and white faithful did not hide their disappointment on social media, branding the performance an embarrassing one. Shearer also waded in on the conversation on Twitter.
Eddie Howe reveals Allan Saint-Maximin fitness update and why Elliot Anderson was missing
Eddie Howe says that Allan Saint-Maximin has suffered a minor setback in his comeback from a hamstring injury. The boss also stated he was not close to making a return against AFC Bournemouth on a day in which he was badly missed during a 1-1 draw.
Speaking after the game Howe said it was still “unclear” when the winger would be back - despite a two week international break upon us.
After the game Howe said: “There's a massive hole for someone like Maxi in a game like this when you need a little magic to unlock the door."
Eddie Howe suggests Callum Wilson Newcastle return plan but Saint-Maximin date is 'unclear'
Eddie Howe has hinted Callum Wilson could be back after the international break after getting close to recovering from a hamstring injury.
The England international was not risked in the 1-1 draw against his old club AFC Bournemouth but on a day in which good chances from open play came and went, Wilson's return will be warmly received by fans for the next game away to Fulham.
Speaking after the game Howe said: “Callum’s doing very well, we’re really pleased with his progress. He was close for today, but I think we made an early decision that it would have been too big a risk."
Newcastle booed, Alexander Isak's brilliant reaction and brutal Bournemouth taunt - 5 things
Newcastle United are still searching for their second league win of the season following a 1-1 draw against Bournemouth at St James' Park.
Philip Billing gave Bournemouth the lead in the 62nd minute after turning in Jordan Zemura's cross, but Newcastle equalised from the spot through Alexander Isak just a few minutes later after the hosts were awarded a penalty by VAR.
Here are five things we learned from the game.
Possession counts for little as United held: Newcastle 1-1 Bournemouth match report
Newcastle United were held at home to AFC Bournemouth as former Barcelona goalie Neto pulled off a string of saves to hand the visitors a point. The Magpies had gone behind just after the hour but Alexander Isak's penalty hauled Eddie Howe's team back into the game.
However, despite have 20 goal attempts and bossing possession with 73% of the ball, Newcastle could not find that much-needed winner. The afternoon started with an impeccably observed minute's silence following the death of Queen Elizabeth II before fans and players sang God Save the King.
Howe and co-owner Amanda Staveley joined the teams in the centre circle at St James' Park. Bournemouth then won the toss and switched the teams around meaning Newcastle attacked the Gallowgate End first.
Bournemouth boss Gary O'Neil 'never really felt under threat' by Newcastle United
Bournemouth caretaker manager Gary O’Neil fumed that Newcastle United had been handed a fortunate penalty during the 1-1 draw at St James’ Park. Alexander Isak’s spot-kick earned a point on a tough day for the Magpies.
O’Neil is now unbeaten in three matches as caretaker boss. He said afterwards: “It is a good point for us, it is a tough place to come.
“The boys stood up. I am a little bit disappointed with the penalty but we would have taken a point before. I am pleased the boys got something out of it because they put in a hell of a shift."
Newcastle United and Bournemouth pay respects to The Queen in perfect way as football returns
St James' Park paid tribute to The Queen in the perfect way as football made its eagerly awaited return to Tyneside on Saturday afternoon. Newcastle United were back in action for the first time since the passing of Her Majesty this month and both the Magpies and Bournemouth showed their respect before kick-off at St James' Park.
A subdued atmosphere lingered in the air before kick-off as 'God Save The King' flags hung from walls outside the ground. Inside the stadium, Newcastle co-owner Amanda Staveley and Bournemouth chairman Jeff Mostyn made their way onto the pitch to lay a wreath in the centre circle.
Eddie Howe adorned a suit and black tie before swiftly changing back to his normal tracksuit attire for kick-off and players stood arm in arm as the stadium fell silent. The minute's silence was perfectly observed by a crowd who have waited 13 days to roar their side on inside this famous venue once more.
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