Newcastle United Blog » Danny Gutherie http://www.newcastleunitedblogger.com - Football Club News, Reviews, Blog Views Wed, 25 Aug 2010 16:40:27 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.4 en hourly 1 Some Good Team News http://www.newcastleunitedblogger.com/index.php/2010/08/some-good-team-news/ http://www.newcastleunitedblogger.com/index.php/2010/08/some-good-team-news/#comments Tue, 17 Aug 2010 14:11:27 +0000 Dave NU Blogger http://www.newcastleunitedblogger.com/?p=749 Possibly.

The Shields Gazette reports that Danny Gutherie and Lovenkrands may be fit for selection on Sunday against Villa.

Chris Hughton said:

“Danny felt his knee two days ago, and Peter felt his groin the day before the game,”

“They both travelled, and we expected both of them to be fit. It was a bit of a blow not to have them available, but the fact that they were very close means we’re very hopeful they’ll both be available.”

It was a real shame to have left out those players on Monday night but no use risking them when more battles are ahead of us. Great news for us.

We’ve got a few in the medical room with Steven Taylor, Dan Gosling, Leon Best and we are awaiting fitness news on Sol Campbell.

]]> http://www.newcastleunitedblogger.com/index.php/2010/08/some-good-team-news/feed/ 0 Newcastle Prove Too Strong For Portsmouth – Owen Set to Stay? http://www.newcastleunitedblogger.com/index.php/2008/12/newcastle-prove-too-strong-for-portsmouth-owen-set-to-stay/ http://www.newcastleunitedblogger.com/index.php/2008/12/newcastle-prove-too-strong-for-portsmouth-owen-set-to-stay/#comments Mon, 15 Dec 2008 11:59:54 +0000 Dave NU Blogger http://www.newcastleunitedblogger.com/?p=316 A three goal thriller proved just the right tonic to dispel any lingering frustration and disappointment of our clash with Stoke last weekend. Michael Owen provided the first vital goal chipping James at close range resulting in a spectacular somersault over the keeper and Sol Campbell. The Birthday boy did travelling fans proud and proved that there is something still to expect from the 29 yr old stirker this season. When the man is fit and on form he’s pretty much bound to score goals. Obi Martins and Danny Gutherie provided the next two goals to seal a very comfortable victory. Although, Shay’s excellent keeping skills were called for, the defence stood their ground admirably. Gutherie’s first goal came very late and a superbly taken which marked his first in a Black n White shirt. Gutierrez and Enrique played especially well as did Nicky Butt back from injury, to hold fort in the middle. Overall, a fantastic result given that it was a tough away fixture. It goes some way in gaining some revenge for the pasting Pompey dished out to us back at St James’ Park last year. A great show of strength and organisation but this is the first hurdle in a very tough set of oncoming fixtures (Spurs, Wigan and then the Scousers)  over December. If we stick to the game plan and Kinnear tidies up the defence further, we’ll grab some points to lift us further away from the danger zone.

With Owen bagging goals, it is no wonder the focus turns back to the talk of renewing that elusive contract. With interest from many quarters, particularly with Moyes snapping around the heels of Newcastle, it will have to be an impressive contract to keep the Striker here. His injury record at the club would always be drawback but when he’s on form, it means goals. On watching interviews, I was surprised that no one has talked to Owen, Butt, Harper or Ameobi yet who all have expiring contracts next year. Negotiations should at least be started as it seems the board upheaval has blown away slightly. Owen mentioned Tuesday to start talks although he was quoting press reports rather then first hand knowledge. Its a shame really that Ashley isn’t doing more however, could it mean that the club would be more interested in financial gains through selling prized assets? Kinnear doesn’t seem to think so:

“We’re sitting down and having a chat with him and his agent. We’re going to fight like hell to keep him. I’d sooner have Michael scoring goals than any amount of cash. His record speaks for itself. I played with one of the best [forwards] for 10 years in Jimmy Greaves and Michael’s very similar.”

Kinnear has always been adament he won’t sell anyone over January, however, I’ve read reports that Jose Enrique maybe heading out. He was good yesterday but I’m not sure he’s done enough this season to warrant a stay. I believe we have one of the smallest teams in the Premiership so to see anybody wouldn’t make much sense. We shall see.

BBC video of Owen interview available: BBC

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