I was watching the Blackburn game on TV on Sunday when it flashed on the screen that George Ndah had scored in the first minute at Birmingham. My first reaction was to ring him up. Then I remembered he was out there playing.
Newcastle will look to get their season going at St James’ Park with a victory against an Everton side who have just started to rediscover their form.
Michael Owen could return for the Magpies after undergoing hernia surgery but has already said he won’t risk himself if he isn’t fully fit. Defender Claudio Cacapa (groin) is fit again but Joey Barton is unlikely to feature despite recovering from a metatarsal injury.
David Moyes will be trying to draw strength from his side’s midweek progress in the UEFA Cup as victory for the Toffees could move them into a top four place if their Merseyside rivals trip up at home to Tottenham.
Everton’s Andrew Johnson is doubtful for the trip to the north east and Victor Anichebe is expected to stand in, which will give Moyes hope after his good midweek performance as a substitute in the UEFA Cup.
Newcastle will look to get their season going at St James’ Park with a victory against an Everton side who have just started to rediscover their form.
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