Interesting to read through these BBC Sport ‘neutrals’ comments, following on from Newcastle United losing at Leeds United.
A 4-1 victory for the home side at Elland Road.
Newcastle United architects of their own downfall in many ways, as poor defending helped gift chances to Leeds.
Cruel luck though for Matthias Jaissle as the injury list grew to six with the addition of both Elanga and Ramsey ahead of this game, then Nico Gonzalez making it seven when he picked up a concussion very early in this match.
Always interesting to hear the neutral perspectives.
The BBC Sport readers comments from neutrals…
‘Thought we were good in all areas tonight nice bounce back after Chelsea match.’
‘The Magpies have some decent players to come back and will be better for it. Good luck to you for the rest of the season.’
‘Newcastle fans kept supporting despite the scoreline. You’re in bit of transition but you’ll be fine I’m sure. Statement win though and DF has made us fit, organised and hard to beat and the so called big boys will have to play well to beat us.’
‘Two proper football teams from hot beds of football. This time the mighty Whites come out justifiably on top.’
‘I’d be happy if the season ended now. Leeds 3rd, Hull 4th and in Champions League, and Chelsea, Liverpool and Man Utd failing to qualify for Europe. Almost the perfect scenario, except for Spurs not being one place lower.’
‘36,000 at Elland Road makes the 74,000 that attend games at Old Trafford sound like a mortuary. Quite bizarre ‘
‘(Sunderland fan) Matthias Jaissle looks clueless. Lightweight midfield and hoofball tactics, can you imagine if a Scottish or English bloke tried those tactics, the media would hound him out in no time.’
‘We have no need to heed your pointless drivel. We’ve been excellent in our previous games, all teams have off days, it was our turn.’
‘Jaissle won’t have wanted to sign most or nearly all of the players he got. Howe left for that reason, it’s obvious. The manager doesn’t have control of that anymore.’
‘When was the last time 2 yorkshire sides were in the top 4 at the same time?’
‘Possibly 91-92 season. Leeds finished top and Sheffield Wednesday were 3rd. Brilliant performance. Another year of dread for the rest of the league!’
‘Marvellous to see DCL enjoying his footy. Always been fan. Getting great service obviously helping loads. All the best Leeds Utd.’
‘Newcastle never in it. Well beaten.’
‘Hey Leeds, you’re going from strength to strength. Good on yer you Yorkshire beauties. From a Mackem.’
‘A rude Premier League awakening for a few of those young Newcastle lads.’
‘From Sunderland fans Bravo Leeds you didn’t just beat Newcastle you humiliated them we were dancing around in the BB when the third goal went in thank-you for making our night! ‘
‘Bit tragic that a few goals in a football game your team wasn’t involved in “makes your night”.’
‘Newcastle won’t be the only team to suffer a defeat at Elland Road. Leeds are an excellent team with a very vocal support behind them. Great performance from Leeds.’
‘Unbelievable! An incredible performance from us but woeful from Newcastle; who I have always had respect for because their fans always bring an incredible atmosphere to EL. MOT and good luck to the Magpies.’
‘Toon fans, don’t be too disheartened, you’ve lost some key players and it’ll take time to build up as the season goes along. Leeds played really well and will be a tough place to visit for any team.’
‘I’ve too much respect for Newcastle and their fans to discredit them but when a team lose their manager and best players you have to take advantage and we did just that. Can’t speak highly enough about DF and I hope he signs long term. He’s made us organised and hard to beat.’
‘(Sunderland fan) Matthias Jaissle is no better than an Alan Pardew type manager but because he is a foreigner folks will pretend he has something about him for a few months yet doesnt have a clue.’
‘No one can say that about a manager after 4 games with such an inexperienced and young team. Klopp got battered at Liverpool before able to get things how he wanted.’