Newcastle United Goals Thread 2010/2011

Premier League Goals

Aston Villa (H)
Goal: Barton (1-0)
Goal: Nolan (2-0)
Goal: Carroll (3-0)
Goal: Carroll (4-0)
Goal: Nolan (5-0)
Goal: Carroll (6-0)


Wolves (A)
Goal: Carroll (1-1)
Everton (A)
Goal: Ben Arfa (1-0)

Stoke City (H)
Goal: Nolan (1-0)

Man City (A)
Goal: Gutierrez (1-1)

Wigan Athletic (H)
Goal: Ameobi (2-1)
Goal: Coloccini (2-2)

West Ham (A)
Goal: Nolan (1-1)
Goal: Carroll (2-1)

Sunderland (H)
Goal: Nolan (1-0)
Goal: Nolan (2-0)
Goal: Ameobi (3-0)
Goal: Ameobi (4-0)
Goal: Nolan (5-0)

Arsenal (A)
Goal: Carroll (1-0)

Blackburn (H)
Goal: Carroll (1-1)

Bolton (A)
Goal: Carroll (1-3)

Chelsea (H)
Goal: Carroll (1-0)

West Brom (A)
Goal: Lovenkrands (1-3)

Liverpool (H)
Goal: Nolan (1-0)
Goal: Barton (2-1)
Goal: Carroll (3-1)

Man City (H)
Goal: Carroll (1-2)

Wigan (A)
Goal: Ameobi (1-0)

West Ham
Goal: Best (1-0)
Goal: Best (2-0)
Goal: Nolan (3-0)
Goal: Best (4-0)
Goal: Lovenkrands (5-0)

Sunderland (A)
Goal: Nolan (1-0)

Tottenham Hotspur (H)
Goal: Coloccini (1-0)

Arsenal (H)
Goal: Barton (1-4)
Goal: Best(2-4)
Goal: Barton (3-4)
Goal: Tiote (4-4)

Birmingham City (A)
Goal: Lovenkrands (1-0)
Goal: Best (2-0)

Bolton (H)
Goal: Nolan (1-0)

Everton (H)
Goal: Best (1-0)

Wolves (H)
Goal: Nolan (1-0)
Goal: Ameobi (2-0)
Goal: Lovenkrands (3-0)
Goal: Gutierrez (4-1)

Blackpool (A)
Goal: Lovenkrands (1-0)

Birmingham City (H)
Goal: Ameobi (1-0)
Goal: S.Taylor (2-0)

Chelsea (A)
Goal: Gutierrez (1-1)
Goal: S.Taylor (2-2)

Carling Cup

Accrington Stanley
Goal: R.Taylor (1-0)
Goal: Ameobi (2-1)
Goal: Lovenkrands (3-1)

Chelsea
Goal: Ranger (1-1)
Goal: R.Taylor (2-1)
Goal: Ameobi (3-1)
Goal: Ameobi (4-3)

FA Cup
Stevenage
Goal: Barton (1-2)

Credit to KO, the prodctz and Siralicdman for providing the goals.

My Newcastle United Player Ratings vs Chelsea (A)

Player Ratings

Tim Krul (6.5) - Had a good game bar one mistake. The problem is though that, that mistake led to their second goal. He came for something he couldn't reach and the ball ended up in the net. You do feel sorry for keepers sometimes.

Danny Simpson (7) - Did his job for the most part. Showed some good touches and can't be blamed for any of their goals. Does need some competition though.

Steven Taylor (8.5) - I thought he was outstanding and fully deserved getting the late equaliser. Won a lot in the air, read the game well and showed many today why he was so highly rated by many before losing his way a bit over the last 2 years.

Fabricio Coloccini (8) - Another player who played well today. Despite allowing Ivanovic to win the header in the build up to their first goal, he did not allow Chelsea to have too many opportunities after that and his partnership with Taylor was impressive.

Jose Enrique (8) - Came close to being my man of the match as he gave a very good performance today. Many question whether he'll be with us next season but he played very well. Won many challenges, went forward quite a bit and linked up fairly well with young Ferguson. He will definitely be missed should he choose to leave.

Peter Lovenkrands (6.5) - Played in an unfamiliar role but worked very hard and made some good runs. Can't say he stood out but he was involved in getting us the free kick which led to our first goal and he certainly contributed to us getting a point.

Joey Barton (7.5) - Despite giving the ball away quite a bit today, he was very committed and got stuck in, which we needed since Tiote wasn't there. Good captains performance probably describes his performance best.

Ryan Taylor (6.5) - For someone filling in, he did reasonably well. He broke up a few of Chelsea's attacks and set up both goals. One being from a rather poor free kick whilst the other was from a good corner.

Shane Ferguson (7.5) - Another promising performance from him. Linked up nicely with Enrique and went forward with real enthusiasm. Went off with an injury but not before putting in a solid shift.

Jonas Gutierrez (7.5) - For someone who's played in all our league games this season he showed little signs of fatigue. He worked hard and scored our first goal, even if he knew very little thereof. Has had some good form of late so its nice that he scored, no matter how fortuitous it was.

Shola Ameobi (6) - Today was another mixed bag from Shola. Did some good things but some awful things too. I'd start Ranger in the next game if it were up to me.

Substitutes
Kazenga Lua Lua (6.5) - Failed to have a big impact but did do well on one occasion when he took on Ivanovic.

Nile Ranger (7) - Won a superb header to assist the late equaliser. Perhaps deserves a start next week.

Sammy Ameobi (7.5) - I was very impressed with the younger Ameobi. Certainly showed no fear and put himself about in the few minutes he was on for.

Man of the Match - Steven Taylor

My Newcastle United Player Ratings vs Blackpool (A)

Player Ratings

Tim Krul (7.5) - Another very good display from the young Dutch keeper. Was kept busy today and took everything in his stride. Made some decent stops, most notably when Campbell was through on goal. He did well to get a piece of the ball and not the man and showed he is a keeper high on confidence.

Danny Simpson (7) - He had a very good second half, with his positional play outstanding. He made some pretty good interceptions and tackles although he was lucky not to concede a penalty when he lost his footing and handled the ball in the first half. Did not get the opportunity to attack too much today.

Mike Williamson (7) - Put under heavy pressure today but handled it well. We rode our luck at times but Mike did well in the air and did what was required of him for the most part.

Fabricio Coloccini (7) - A calming influence at the back and survived what was a busy day for him at the back. Formed a good partnership with Mike and was one of the more consistent performers on the day.

Jose Enrique (5.5) - Had a very poor first half in which he made numerous errors. One almost led to a goal when he played a horrendous pass to Tim Krul and was lucky we got away with it. Had a bit of a better second half but still had a bitter sweet afternoon especially as he was behind the line for their goal and cleared the ball off the ball on another occasion.

Joey Barton (6) - I thought Joey was poor today. Lost the ball a few times and his delivery was not at his usual high standards. Did put in a good shift but we needed more from him today.

Cheik Tiote (6.5) - Was unable to control the game like he normally does. Gave away some freekicks in dangerous areas too. Still had moments though where he showed off his talent.

Kevin Nolan (6) - Put in a typical shift but was unable to have much influence on the game be it with his passing or his ability to get onto crosses.

Jonas Gutierrez (6) - Another player who had a mixed afternoon. Did one or two good things but was also unable to play that final pass or cross for the strikers to get on the end of.

Peter Lovenkrands (7) - Scored our goal today with a well taken shot from just outside the box. Did have a decent first half but seemed to fade, the longer the game went on and was susbtituted after the hour mark.
Shola Ameobi (6) - Wasted many fine chances today. Lost his footing numerous times and was often frustrating to watch. Still put himself about but we just can't afford to waste so many good chances if we want to be a force again.

Substitutions
Stephen Ireland (6) - Showed some more glimpses of promise without really testing the keeper. Needs to start a game soon if we are to see his true ability.

James Perch (N/A) - Only touched the ball once in his few minutes on the field.

Shefki Kuqi (N/A) - Only got to play about 30 seconds

Newcastle United Man of the Match - Tim Krul

My Newcastle United Player Ratings vs Man Utd (H)

Player Ratings

Tim Krul (8) - For someone coming into the side for such a big game and after three months out of the team he did particularly well. Made two top draw saves in the first half and came off his line well most times. His kicking from goal kicks was poor but overall he showed why he should be our number one in years to come.

Danny Simpson (6.5) - Had a fairly quiet game but did his job. Almost gave away a penalty late on but the right decision was made so he can go home having done what was required of him.

Mike Williamson (8) - I thought he defended very well tonight. Won a lot in the air and put in some crucial challenges just when it was required.

Fabricio Coloccini (8) - I thought he read the game superbly and made some good interceptions. Also showed his experience when Krul came late out to collect a through pass. He prevented the attacker from getting near the ball and the danger passed. One of our players of the season.

Jose Enrique (7.5) - Had a very good first half although his second half wasn't as good. Thought he was certainly up for it after some fans questioned his performance in the last game. Made to defend more in the second half and he was up to it.

Joey Barton (7.5) - He put in a really good shift and led from the front tonight. Took the ball from Rooney a few times which showed how much defensive work he did during the game.

Cheik Tiote (7.5) - Back for this one and it showed. Good on the ball, passed it well and allowed us to have a go at them. Did give one or two unnecessary challenges away but we got the clean sheet so I can't complain.

Danny Guthrie (7) - Played his part tonight. Worked hard and distributed the ball nicely. Linked up well with his fellow midfielders whilst he wasn't afraid to do his defensive duties as well.

Jonas Gutierrez (8) - I thought he was sensational in the first twenty minutes. Really ran at them and had the beating of O'Shea a few times. Got tired as the game wore on but still did his defensive work. Did not get as much opportunity in the second half as he did in the first but showed that when on his game, he can trouble the top teams.

Peter Lovenkrands (6.5) - Not as involved as I'd like him to be but he worked hard and could and probably should have won us a penalty. It wasn't to be and he was substituted just after the hour mark.
Shola Ameobi (7.5) - Another player who had a very good first half and really looked up for it. Caused Man Utd many problems but then got tired and was eventually taken off after seventy minutes.

Substitutes
Stephen Ireland (6.5) - Looked decent when coming on and it was a pity we did not have more of the ball at that stage to utilise him properly.

Nile Ranger (5) - Made very little impact which was very disappointing despite only getting twenty minutes.

Man of the Match - Tim Krul

My Newcastle United Player Ratings vs Aston Villa (A)

Player Ratings

Steve Harper (7) - Had a fairly good game. Made no mistakes and could do nothing for their goal.

Danny Simpson (6) - Had a difficult afternoon but managed to give a decent enough showing.

Steven Taylor (5.5) - I thought he struggled today. Got away with a clumsy challenge in the box while he also gave the ball away in some potentially dangerous positions. Was rightfully substituted.

Mike Williamson (7.5) - I thought he was excellent today. Won a lot in the air and did not allow the Villa attackers to get the better of him too often. Apart from a body check once he can be pleased with his showing.

Jose Enrique (7.5) - Although he gave the ball away a few times, he was solid in defence and showed his worth to the team yet again. Did look at times as though he was not 100% fit but still had a good game.

Joey Barton (5) - A thoroughly disappointing performance from the "best Engish midfielder" in the league. Hardly got on the ball and gave the ball away several times when he did. The fact that he was constantly complaining did not seem to help us at all either.

Fabricio Coloccini (7) - For someone who seldom plays in midfield I thought he did a good job. Went about his business quietly although it will be great to have Tiote back for the next game as the team will be stronger with Coloccini in defence and Tiote in midfield.

Danny Guthrie (6) - Not a particularly bad game from Danny although his passing let him down on several occasions. Seems to go for "the pass" to many times and gives the ball away instead of building things patiently.

Jonas Gutierrez (6) - Had a decent first half and did his fair share of defensive work but failed to do the same in the second half. Yet again his link up play with Enrique was our strongest weapon going forward during the game though.

Peter Lovenkrands (6.5) - Had two decent chances in the final minutes of the game but could not put one away. He at least made the keeper work which was the least he could do I suppose. Other than that he worked hard but lacked any real service to help get himself on the score sheet.

Nile Ranger (6.5) - Showed glimpses of why so many people have been calling for him to start a game whilst funny enough he also showed why he was kept on the bench so much. He started the game well, had one or two chances and then just faded. His decision making at crucial times let him down but as a striker I suppose he needs to be greedy too.

Substitutes

Ryan Taylor (6) - Had a slight impact but not enough in the end.

Shefki Kuqi (N/A) - Not on long enough.

Newcastle United Man of the Match - Mike Williamson

My Newcastle United Player Ratings vs Stoke City (A)

Player Ratings

Steve Harper (4) - What was he doing for their second goal? I'm afraid for all his loyalty, he should be replaced by one of the two youngsters next season. Just does not fill me with confidence and I'd be disappointed if we sold one of the youngsters in the summer.

Danny Simpson (6) - Put some good balls into the box particularly in the first half but needs to be playing in his natural position.

Mike Williamson (6.5) - I thought he did fairly well defensively. Could not be blamed for any of their goals and won a fair bit in the air.

Fabrcio Coloccini (5) - A disappointing performance from the usually reliable centre back. Made a few errors and seemed to lose concentration at crucial times.

Sol Campbell (4.5) - At fault for their first goal, perhaps the second too and was rightfully taken off in the second half. Why he was given a start is beyond me.

Jose Enrique (7) - Looked good until he went off injured. One always got the feeling it was going to be hard to get something from today after he went off.

Cheik Tiote (5.5) - He did not have a bad game but made some unnecessary challenges and played into Stoke's hands. Also got a yellow card which means he misses the next two games.

Joey Barton (6) - In terms of commitment and effort one can't fault him but he did look rusty and his balls into the box were nowhere near what he is capable of.

Kevin Nolan (6) - Put in a good shift but was one of only a few who could come away from today with any credit be it only a little.

Peter Lovenkrands (4) - He seems to do nothing for most of the game but still manages to start the next game. Can't say I remember him doing anything worth mentioning today.

Shola Ameobi (7) - Really put himself about and deserved more support especially in terms of supply to him.

Substitutes
Shane Ferguson (8) - What a superb performance from one so inexperienced. Took players on, showed great skill and got the ball into the box a few times. Looks a real prospect and deserves a run in the team now, with Enrique's injury.

Nile Ranger (5) - Hardly did anything since coming off the bench.

Jonas Gutierrez (6) - Earned a few free kicks but was brought on when the game was over as a contest unfortunately.

Newcastle United Man of the Match - Shane Ferguson

My Player Ratings vs Everton (H)

Player Ratings

Steve Harper (8) - Made some really good saves and was not really helped by his defence at times. We'd have conceded more had it not been for him today.

Steven Taylor (6) - Did fairly well in the right back role, although his positioning was poor at times. Went forward nicely but lacked a good cross that could lead to something. Along with Simpson, should take some blame for giving Arteta far too much space during the game.

Mike Williamson (6) - Made some solid tackles but cannot be happy about the space Osman and Jagielka had for their goals.

Fabricio Coloccini (6) - Thought he did certain things well but again, Osman and Jagielka were virtually not marked which cannot happen in the penalty area. Especially as he was just ball watching for their first goal.

Jose Enrique (5) - Unable to have any real impact on the game and was unfortunately withdrawn due to injury late in the first half.

Danny Simpson (6) - He defended well but was not able to adapt to playing right midfield. It came as no surprise when he ended the game in his familiar position. Arteta was allowed too much space during the game and as stated some of the blame should go to him.

Cheik Tiote (7.5) - I thought he was once again very good today. Controlled the ball well, won challenges and tried to get us on the front foot. His set pieces weren't bad too.

Kevin Nolan (7) - Lots of effort from the captain as always and he looked dangerous in the first half. It came as no surprise that he took the shot which led to our goal for Everton were unable to mark him properly in that half. Put in a good shift for the team despite the result although he was less effective in the second half.

Jonas Gutierrez (7.5) - Looked good today and played some really good through balls, one of which opened their defence up for the goal. Has been on good form as of the last month or so in my opinion.

Peter Lovenkrands (4.5) - I thought he was really poor today. Hardly had a shot on goal and never looked like creating an opening. The fact that he got to finish the game shows how few options we have at the moment.

Leon Best (7.5) - Really put himself about, took his goal easily and could have had more. 6 goals in about 9 starts is excellent and well done to the lad. Never expected him to do as well but long may it continue.

Substitutes
Shola Ameobi (6.5) - Had some good moments and troubled Everton's defence without being able to put the ball in the net though.

Shane Ferguson (6) - Showed glimpses of why he is highly thought of at the club but should have been given more time.

Shefki Kuqi (4) - Made no impact in the few minutes he was on for.

Man of the Match - Steve Harper