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Newcastle United Vs Everton – Preview, Betting Odds & Team News

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Newcastle could find themselves with one point of 16th placed Everton with a win against Frank Lampard’s new side on the 8th of February.

This is the two sides first meeting this campaign as the original feature which was due to take place in December was postponed due to Covid-19.

Eddie Howe’s side are pushing on in their hopes to avoid relegation from the Premier League, after spending £92m spent in the January transfer window, it’s now time for Howe’s men to produce on the pitch.

The magpies have spent the money and now look to build towards Premier League survival as the embarrassing drop to the Championship looms over them, Eddie Howe will hope the defensive additions of Dan Burn, Kieran Trippier and Matt Targett will tighten up Newcastles defensive line.

Meanwhile, a win for Everton would see them close the gap on Leeds and Brentford, as well as a first Premier League win for manager, Frank Lampard.

Everton last played on Saturday during Frank Lampard’s first game as manage, defeating Brentford 4-1 in the FA cup. Newcastle last played in the Premier League on 22nd January, defeating Leeds 1-0 at Elland Road.

Lampard will look to hand a debut to deadline day signing Dele Alli, who was introduced to the Goodison Park crowd on Saturday. The Everton boss will hope Alli can recapture the form that made him one of England’s hottest prospects.

Everton are without Tom Davies (hamstring), Fabian Delph (Thigh) and Abdoulaye Doucoure (groin) for Tuesdays visit to St. James Park.

Whereas the home side are without Callum Wilson (calf), Federico Fernández (thigh), Issac Hayden (knee), Joelinton (groin) and Jamal Lascelles (hamstring) should be fit to return.

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Everton: DLWLLW

Both sides will want to gain a positive result from this fixture, in what could potentially be a six-point affair.

Sky have Newcastle are slight favourites to win at 6/4 whereas Everton are 7/4.

 

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Sunderland suspend Jack Diamond after player is charged with rape and sexual assault

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A Sunderland football player on loan to Lincoln FC has had his loan terminated after he was charged with rape.

Jack Diamond, 23, had been arrested after a sexual assault in Washington, Tyne and Wear, last year.

Northumbria Police launched an investigation, but have now charged him with one count of rape and one count of sexual assault.

Lincoln City FC said the player’s loan contract had been terminated “with immediate effect”.

His home club, Sunderland AFC, said he had been suspended pending the outcome of legal proceedings.

In a statement, it said: “Sunderland AFC has been notified that criminal charges have been brought against Jack Diamond by the Crown Prosecution Service.”

“As this matter is subject to a legal process, the club will not be making any further statement at this time”.

The incident is alleged to have happened in May last year.

Mr Diamond, of Fatfield, also Washington, is due to appear before South Tyneside Magistrates’ Court in May.

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Paul O’Grady Dies Aged 67, Just Weeks After Newcastle Theatre Performance

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TV presenter and comedian Paul O’Grady has died at the age of 67,  just weeks after starring in a Newcastle theatre production.

The TV star, who was from Birkenhead on Merseyside, died “unexpectedly but peacefully” on Tuesday evening, a statement said.

His partner Andre Portasio made this statement: “It is with great sadness that I inform you that Paul has passed away unexpectedly but peacefully yesterday evening.”

“We ask, at this difficult time, that whilst you celebrate his life you also respect our privacy as we come to terms with this loss.

“He will be greatly missed by his loved ones, friends, family, animals and all those who enjoyed his humour, wit and compassion.

“I know that he would want me to thank you for all the love you have shown him over the years.”

The TV star, starred in a theatre prodution of Annie just weeks ago in Newcastle as it returned to Newcastle’s Theatre Royal from March 7-11.

O’Grady starred as the role of Miss Hannigan, the head of the orphanage who hates children. He had been due to perform the show across the UK up until November this year.

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Karen’s Diner on Tour is BACK IN NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE!!

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Karens Diner on Tour Newcastle upon Tyne

Karen’s Diner on Tour coming to town on tour and ‘well if y’all show up in force we’ll either come as a longer term pop up or simply just stay put for a while until we’ve insulted everyone in the North East!’

 

Get your tickets here: Karens Diner Newcastle tickets

 

We have spoken to the top Karen who assures everyone who went last time that Bottomless means BOTTOMLESS!

At our pop-up Karen’s you will be greeted and waited upon by rude waiters who in return are expecting you to give it full Karen. A place where you can complain until the cows come home because we literally don’t care. You can expect good food, good fun and a dining experience like you’ve never had before. Let us know if it’s your birthday, if your name is Karen and for the love of Karen don’t ask to speak to the manager….

Your ticket includes a delicious BOTTOMLESS pizza and BOTTOMLESS prossecco or select spirits and mixers as well as select soft drinks drinks for a full 90mins

*We cater for all allergens

You will get full and authentic Karen experience – our games, our waitstaff and the full works. Decent food provided by the venue (we hope) and BOTTOMLESS booze for those who love a drink. This is a dining experience like no other – literally. Come enjoy the OG Karen’s from OG Karen’s.

Don’t accept imitations – book now to avoid missing out!

See our two below YouTube videos from the last time they were in the toon to see what to expect…


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