August: The Phoney War
Friday, 21 August 2026

August: The Phoney War

The Phoney War was the first eight months of World War Two. Air raids on our towns and cities didn’t happen at the start. The British government used the lull to put precautions in place. Blackouts were enforced. Strategic port cities like Newcastle Upon Tyne were targets for the bombers. Children w

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Newcastle United announce to fans an increased St James’ Park capacity
Friday, 21 August 2026

Newcastle United announce to fans an increased St James’ Park capacity

An increase to the St James’ Park capacity has been officially announced by Newcastle United.Friday afternoon revealing the news.The Newcastle United owners announcing the St James’ Park increased capacity as part of a number of improvements.The official announcement stating: ā€˜We’ve expanded our saf

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Major commercial deal as Newcastle United announce new Training Kit Partner
Friday, 21 August 2026

Major commercial deal as Newcastle United announce new Training Kit Partner

Newcastle United now have an Official Training Kit Partner.The club announcing this latest major commercial deal on Friday morning.The Newcastle United Official Training Kit Partner named as SumUp.The Newcastle United owners timing this latest announcement hot on the heels of the new state of the ar

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Bruno Guimaraes a big Arsenal injury doubt for the start of the season
Friday, 21 August 2026

Bruno Guimaraes a big Arsenal injury doubt for the start of the season

Bruno Guimaraes is a big injury doubt for Arsenal as the 2026/27 Premier League season is set to kick off.The Gunners start their season tonight at home to Coventry.However, Bruno Guimaraes may not be on the pitch as they start their title defence.The former Newcastle United midfielder picked up an

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Liverpool make huge offer for injured Yankuba Minteh
Thursday, 20 August 2026

Liverpool make huge offer for injured Yankuba Minteh

Liverpool have made a huge bid to buy Yankuba Minteh.BBC Sport say their information is that the scousers made an offer of £50m to Brighton.However, the broadcaster says that this opening bid has been rejected by the Seagulls.An interesting bit of transfer window news, especially as Yankuba Minteh i

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Fabian Schar relives greatest challenge yet during his time at Newcastle United
Thursday, 20 August 2026

Fabian Schar relives greatest challenge yet during his time at Newcastle United

Fabian Schar has been reliving his injury nightmare.The Newcastle United defender talking to Swiss media.An injury against Leeds doing the damage in January 2026.Fabian Schar stretchered off with a serious ankle injury.That injury marring a superb 4-3 Newcastle comeback win over Leeds.Fabian Schar t

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