We wanted to get a snapshot of what Newcastle United fans think.
Three months into the season and seventeen games played in three competitions so far.
Now in the November international break, Newcastle United fans will see their team win eight games, draw three and lose six.
These results summarize a start to the season with many ups and downs.
Plenty to talk about when we ask some of Newcastle United’s regular/irregular contributors to The Mag to give us their thoughts on the season so far, plus what will happen as we move forward.
Next up is Wor Lass answering the questions.
Three words to describe how you currently feel as a Newcastle fan?
Peed a bit!
Three words to describe Newcastle United now?
Off pace.
Alexander Isak – Time to forgive and forget…? Please discuss it.
I don’t consider myself a vindictive person, but for him I make an exception.
He’s a rat and I don’t feel sorry for him no matter how bad things can get. He is a fool to have left this way and I hope he deeply regrets it.
What really makes me seethe about that whole sorry story is the way Liverpool got away scot-free by tapping our player. At the last match I was at at SJP, Sissoko was booed – that will seem like a mild expression of disapproval compared to what awaits the Rat when he finally trots onto the hallowed turf.
If you had to choose. A win against Sunderland but losing to Fulham in the Carabao Cup quarter-final, or losing to Sunderland and progressing to the semi-finals of the Carabao Cup?
Definitely victory at the Stadium of Light. We need the league points and the bragging rights, and I can’t see us winning the cup again anyway.
Would winning the Carabao Cup this season BUT finishing outside the top six of the Premier League be a success or a failure?
I would say: good luck as things stand now. We may now do no better than qualifying for the Conference League via League position, so winning another trophy would be great.
By hand: What’s your best guess (not a hope!) of where Newcastle United will finish this season in the Premier League, Champions League, FA Cup and League Cup, how well they will realistically do in each of these?
I hate these kinds of questions: too many variables.
League place 7th, CL quarter-final, FA Cup 5th round, League Cup semi-final
In order: which six NUFC players have been the most impressive so far this 2025/26 season?
Tonali, Thiaw, Woltemade, Murphy, Trippier, Bruno/Burn (both a bit inconsistent)
Which six NUFC players do you think will have proven to be the best players by the end of the 2025/26 season?
Tonali, Thiaw, Woltemade, Bruno, Murphy, Wissa (fingers crossed)
Eight months ago, Eddie Howe lifted Newcastle’s first trophy in 56 years, and two months later secured a second Champions League qualification in three years. Some Newcastle fans now appear to be questioning his stance. What do you think of Eddie Howe and how much time has he deserved to get his league position in order and beyond, or not?
Eddie must have sufficient credit in the bank. However, the away match form needs to be sorted.
It’s not so much the results that worry others in the corridors of power, but the worry that Eddie à) doesn’t know why it’s happening and b) doesn’t know how to prevent it. If those in power at the club lose confidence in his ability to get things in order, anything could happen. Trust me – I have friends who are Bordeaux fans!
What do you think of how the summer transfer window was handled by Newcastle United?
Considering the circumstances where two major rats left the ship right after each other, I think they did a good job. It is extremely annoying to be used as a stalker horse by the financial “big boys”, but in the end we came out okay. The one who came away ahead of me was Ekitike, who was an absolute hit and proved what a great player Eddie is. But then it’s fun to be the “idiots” who cough up the money for Big Nick. Malick Thiaw turned out to be the icing on the cake. Wissa is definitely chomping at the bit – I can’t wait to see him in action for us.
How much do you think the fact that Newcastle United had no CEO or sporting director contributed to NUFC only signing one player (Elanga) who had a good pre-season?
Not much at all, to be honest. I think the majority of the delays and changes in targets were entirely due to finances and cynical play by rival clubs and the targeted players themselves. We were in a Catch 22 situation with Isak. We didn’t really want to lose him, but couldn’t afford to finance his replacement until we received an acceptable and bona fide offer. If I had to blame one side for all this, it would be Liverpool.
What do you see as three positive things for Newcastle United so far this season?
Our form in the CL is very encouraging and I am confident we will reach the knockout stages.
We have again made good progress in the Carabao Cup and a home game follows.
In Sandro Tonali we have a rock in midfield who, if treated properly, can be our talisman for many years to come.
What do you think are the three negative things for Newcastle United so far this season?
It is clear that our away form worries us and seriously lets us down. As I said before, it’s not so much the results as the way they happen that concerns me. The last two heavy losses against West Ham and Brentford are worrying and should be consigned to history as soon as possible!
The deafening silence surrounding the relocation of the training center and the redevelopment/conversion of the stadium is starting to become worrying. I know Euro 2028 is a big job for the ground, but it may take until then before we get all the Leazes ducks in a row. It all just adds fuel to the foolish idea that the Saudis have lost interest. Let’s have some concrete news.
Ticketing issues are a constant and this needs to be addressed. The new CEO has made all the right noises and appears to have initiated some more fan consultation, but things are still far from ideal. Fans need transparency, a system that works and, ultimately, someone they can talk to when it doesn’t – and preferably someone who a) WILLS and b) can do something about it.
Sunderland are now back in the same division and are currently ahead of NUFC, your opinion?
Good luck to the Mackems, I say. As long as we beat them and finish higher in the league, I don’t really care how they do. My Mackems neighbors have moved back to Blighty from France (not Sunlun of course) and we miss them. We don’t have anyone to take Micky out on! They have to worry about losing their manager because he did a great job for them under difficult circumstances. I watched their match against Arsenal and they were full of energy and belief. If we’re not ready, it’s going to be a very awkward game in the Stadium of Brown thing. Seagull Xhaka is the PL signing of the season so far.
What would success mean in the 2025/26 season for Newcastle United?
Either win another trophy or qualify for the Champions League. As things stand now, this is a tough question, but it’s almost time to turn the tide. ALS – Eddie can find a way out of the away day blues and Wissa returns fit and delivers. Normally I fully support players who want to represent their country, but in his case I think he owes it to the club and the fans to stay at Christmas and fight for our position in the league.
What do you see as the minimum you need to achieve next season?
Qualification for one of the European competitions next season. The fans deserve these European nights. Maybe a lower level comp would give us the thrill without the same level of pressure. CL is still the best.
Predict the top six in the Premier League (in order) and which three clubs will be relegated.
Top 6: Arsenal, Man City, Liverpool, Chelsea, Aston Villa, Man Utd
Below: Forest, Burnley, Wolves
I don’t think it’s impossible for us to finish in the top six, but I should see a solid move up in the next three or four league games. Those other teams are all playing better than us at the moment.
With NUFC now having won a trophy… has that changed your priorities at all, with the club now finding a balance between winning Champions League football on a regular basis and trying to win cups?
While it’s always great to win a trophy (I know that for sure now!) we will never be able to compete on a level playing field with the clubs that stared at us this summer until our commercial revenues, and therefore purchasing power, are equal to theirs. Therefore, I would have to say with regret that CL qualification must be our first priority from now on. However, that doesn’t mean we can’t win trophies too!
Would you rather finish all three seasons in the top four BUT win nothing, or finish all three seasons in the middle of the table AND win the FA Cup in one of the three?
I think I just answered that one. If we keep finishing mid-table, Eddie won’t be here anymore and I think the Saudis MAY lose interest.
What do you make of the fact that we are now over four years after the takeover and still no plans have been announced for a new training ground, nor for a much larger capacity stadium (either brand new or larger capacity St James’ Park)?
Again, I’ve discussed this elsewhere. Davey Hat-Trick said everyone has a partner who knows an architect, etc…. Well, the son of one of my best friends is a partner at Fosters and a huge toon fan – and he doesn’t know anything about the plans!
If Newcastle United were to look to the transfer market in January to strengthen the squad, what do you see as the priority (or priorities…)?
Left back cover, striker cover and a Declan Rice style midfield protector from the back four. Although that may have to wait until the summer.
Would you say winning the Carabao Cup last season has made you more satisfied, or now makes you more desperate for the next one?
More content – it’s the monkey on the back.
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