The Toon Network Podcast

Goals galore on the banks of the Thames as Newcastle once again put on a superb performance for the season finale. Adam gives his thoughts from Fulham after enjoying a front row view at Craven Cottage.

Poor officiating and kamikaze defending conspired to give title-chasing Liverpool an undeserved victory at St James' Park on Saturday night. Adam picks out the main talking points from an exciting encounter, but is quick to praise what was a very good home performance.

Newcastle failed to see the game off after an embarrassingly dominant first half, and a resurgent Brighton battled for a crucial point. Goals from Ayoze Perez and Gross, instant match reaction from Adam.

A superb Ayoze Perez hat-trick was too much for the visiting Saints, but only after a nervy second half display. A sunny Easter weekend and three glorious points - Howay Rafa's Mags!

Ayoze Perez's deft header was enough to bring all three points back from the King Power for the second consecutive season. A huge result that essentially secures Premier League survival, Adam, as ever, offers his instant reaction. HWTL!

Adam reflects on a frustrating afternoon at St James' Park, but despite the disappointment of losing and Lejeune's injury still finds plenty of positives from the performance.

Newcastle were outgunned and outclassed by an Arsenal side who leapfrogged Spurs into third. Adam gives his take on how much more we could've done, Rafa reaction and a brief look ahead to an arguably bigger match against Palace on Saturday.

A dramatic last minute equaliser by Matt Ritchie against his former club sends the travelling support into raptures. Rondon had also opened the scoring with a delicious free kick from 20 yards out. As ever, Adam recaps a blustery afternoon on the South coast.

A cliched game of two halves brings delight to Rafa's Mags and the Geordie Faithful. Adam recounts an incredible afternoon of Premier League football. WHAT. A. COMEBACK!!

Newcastle's impressive run is brought to a halt by a more effective West Ham side. As ever, Adam offers instant post-match reaction to the game's key talking points.

Another huge win for Newcastle in a matter of days elevates Rafa's Mags up the table with Premier League survival in touching distance. Adam gets very excited about Sean Longstaff, rants about Burnley's dirty tactics and raves about *that* Fabian Schär goal.

Newcastle brushed Huddersfield aside with an impressively commanding performance full of attacking threat. Adam gives reaction to goals from Perez and Rondon, but also the full home debut of new signing Miguel Almirón who had a huge impact.

Heartbreak for Newcastle as a controversial Boly equaliser at the death denies what would've been a precious three points. Adam gives instant reaction to all the main talking points, including his take on Miguel Almiron's debut and Rafa's post-match comments.

Dubravka's goalkeeping error allows Son to score the only goal of the game after another well-fought defensive display by Newcastle. Adam tries to pick out the positives from Wembley.

Newcastle finally break their transfer record by welcoming exciting attacking talent Miguel Almirón to Tyneside for a reported £21m. Left back Antonio Barreca also joins on loan from Monaco. Adam gives his thoughts on the deadline day comings and goings.

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Huge win for Newcastle against relegation strugglers Cardiff, who never looked like threatening the home side after going behind. Big performances from the entire team and Adam talks through his experiences of a very positive day at St James' Park.

Even a returning Florian Lejeune couldn't keep out the superior quality of Sarri's Chelsea as Rafa's Mags went down to the Blues 2-1 for the second time this season. Adam discusses the key talking points, including his impressions of full Premier League debutant Sean Longstaff.

Prospective Newcastle United buyer Peter Kenyon gives his strongest indication yet of his desire to buy the club from Mike Ashley 'as soon as possible'. Takeover talks are gathering pace as we enter the crucial January transfer window and Adam offers his immediate reaction.

After an encouraging hour of defensive play from Newcastle, a resurgent Manchester United break the deadlock and take all three points, inspired by Marcus Rashford.

Rafa's Mags responded to the Anfield drubbing by grinding out a hard-earned point at Vicarage Road - Rondon once again the Geordie hero.

Top of the table Liverpool gave Newcastle a pasting at Anfield, but not before a defensive error and a Salah dive helped them on their way. Adam takes you through the game's major talking points.

An uninspiring Newcastle failed a to register single shot on target against the worst defence in the Premier League. With Liverpool away next, Adam attempts to pull some positives out of a frustrating afternoon.

A huge win away to the Terriers came courtesy of a brilliant move finished by Rondon. It was a committed defensive performance which Adam discusses in detail.

A 94th minute winner breaks Newcastle hearts after playing the final half hour with only ten men, and Rafa was enraged about an elbow to Ayoze's face. As ever, Adam gives his take on all the key talking points.

Adam offers the latest developments on the potential takeover of Newcastle United, with Peter Kenyon still very much considered to be in pole position.

A hard-fought defensive display saw Newcastle emerge from Goodison Park with a very valuable point - Rondon once again on the scoresheet.

Mike Ashley declares on Sky that he is in advanced stages of selling the club to an anonymous owner/consortium. Whether you believe it or not is another thing... Adam gives his instant reaction the the night's unfolding events.

Newcastle's recent impressive run is halted in emphatic fashion by a clinical and determined West Ham team.

Newcastle finally win an away game and overcome the Monday Night Football curse! Adam talks about his experiences at Turf Moor tonight.

A brilliant brace from RrrrrrrrrrrrrrONDON was enough to seal a second consecutive win at St James' Park, this time against a plucky Bournemouth side.

A first win of the season courtesy of an Ayoze Perez flicked header lifts Rafa’s Mags out of the relegation zone on Saturday night. COME ON!

Another blunt performance up front, but a solid defensive display gives Rafa his third point of the season, with a third goalless draw away from home. Adam also talks through the latest schedule of protest set out by The Magpie Group.

Despite dominating and creating plenty of chances against Brighton, it was the visitors' snatch and grab win that sent Newcastle bottom of the table after nine games.

A devastating winner from Alexis Sanchez in the dying minutes completed a typical comeback after early strikes from Kenedy and Muto.

A desperate performance was soured further by the presence of an unwanted owner.

A rainy, turgid stalemate saw both sides probably regretting an opportunity missed.

Another 2-1 defeat at home to a Top 6 side saw Newcastle dominate the first half, but fail to take advantage.

Another defensive display from Newcastle frustrates the hosts, who seal the win with a Walker wondergoal.

A disastrous game is shrouded in refereeing controversy and poor performances, as Rondon scores his first for the club.

A controversial penalty decision and a Yedlin own goal gave Chelsea all three points on Tyneside.

10-man Newcastle clung on for a point in the Welsh capital, but a last minute penalty save denied Rafa's Mags all three points.

An encouraging display by Newcastle saw them unlucky not to steal a point against a strong Spurs side.

As the transfer deadline shuts, Rafa Benitez is reunited with an Argentine defender.

Salomón Rondón joins on a season-long loan with Dwight Gayle going in the opposite direction. Rondón will be Newcastle's new No.9.

Another pre-season defeat for Rafa, but there was a lot more to be optimisitc about after an improved showing and news that Salomon Rondon might yet be on his way.

Adam reports live from Porto after seeing the game over in Portugal.

Two internationals who featured in the World Cup arrive at St James’ Park.

Rafa’s 2018/19 kicks off with a win in Ireland.

Kenedy joins Newcastle again on a season-long loan from Chelsea.