Papiss Cisse celebrates scoring the winning goal against Fulham on April 7, 2013
Papiss Cisse objects to Newcastle United's new shirt sponsor
Newcastle United striker Papiss Cisse may refuse to wear a strip bearing the club's new sponsor Wonga next season, citing religious and ethical objections.
Jun 7, 22:44
Hatem Ben Arfa
Hatem Ben Arfa tracked by Monaco?
Newcastle United playmaker Hatem Ben Arfa is reportedly being tracked by big-spending Monaco as they build for a return to Ligue 1.
May 26, 19:56
Magpies boss Alan Pardew wrapped up warm on December 10, 2012
Alan Pardew fears big bids for Newcastle United players
Newcastle United boss Alan Pardew admits that he faces a fight to keep his star players at St James' Park this summer.
May 22, 04:37
Newcastle United manager Alan Pardew before kick-off in the match against Manchester City on March 30, 2013
End-of-season report: Newcastle United
Sports Mole looks back over Newcastle United's 2012-13 campaign.
May 21, 13:59
Hatem Ben Arfa
Hatem Ben Arfa: 'We'll be high in the table next year'
Newcastle United midfielder Hatem Ben Arfa believes that the club will finish much higher in the Premier League table next season.
May 13, 02:22
Newcastle United's Yoan Gouffran celebrates scoring his side's second goal against QPR on May 12, 2013
Newcastle United come from behind to win
Newcastle United come from behind to beat Queens Park Rangers 2-1 at Loftus Road.
May 12, 15:53
Newcastle United's Yoan Gouffran celebrates scoring his side's second goal against QPR on May 12, 2013
Half-Time Report: Hatem Ben Arfa, Yoan Gouffran give Newcastle the lead
Hatem Ben Arfa and Yoan Gouffran give Newcastle United a 2-1 half-time lead at Queens Park Rangers.
May 12, 14:48
Newcastle United's Yoan Gouffran celebrates scoring his side's second goal against QPR on May 12, 2013
Live Commentary: Queens Park Rangers 1-2 Newcastle United - as it happened
Sports Mole's live text coverage of the Premier League game between Queens Park Rangers and Newcastle United that proves to be a thriller.
May 12, 13:00
Hatem Ben Arfa, Robin Van Persie
Alan Pardew: 'Hatem Ben Arfa is still struggling'
Newcastle United manager Alan Pardew admits that Hatem Ben Arfa is playing below full fitness to aid the club's fight against relegation.
May 7, 03:05
Fabricio Coloccini
Team News: Captain Fabricio Coloccini returns to Newcastle United lineup
Newcastle captain Fabricio Coloccini returns to the starting lineup against West Ham United.
May 4, 13:45
Hatem Ben Arfa
Hatem Ben Arfa 'wears Paris Saint-Germain kit at gym'
Hatem Ben Arfa is reportedly spotted wearing a Paris Saint-Germain kit while at the gym in Newcastle.
May 1, 13:16
Hatem Ben Arfa, Robin Van Persie
Newcastle United's Hatem Ben Arfa "100% fit" for run-in
Newcastle United midfielder Hatem Ben Arfa insists that he is "100% fit" for the club's last four games of the season.
Apr 26, 14:38
Sunderland boss Paulo Di Canio celebrates a goal by Adam Johnson against Newcastle on April 14, 2013
Match Analysis: Newcastle United 0-3 Sunderland
Sports Mole takes a closer look at Sunderland's 3-0 victory over Newcastle United at St James' Park this afternoon.
Apr 14, 13:34
Sunderland's Stephane Sessegnon celebrates a goal against Newcastle on April 14, 2013
Live Commentary: Newcastle United 0-3 Sunderland - as it happened
Re-live Sports Mole's live text commentary of today's Premier League meeting between Newcastle United and Sunderland at St James' Park.
Apr 14, 10:00
Hatem Ben Arfa
Alan Pardew warns Liverpool off Hatem Ben Arfa?
Newcastle United manager Alan Pardew reportedly warns Liverpool off winger Hatem Ben Arfa.
Apr 14, 05:15
Hatem Ben Arfa
Alan Pardew: 'Hatem Ben Arfa as good as Kevin Keegan'
Newcastle United boss Alan Pardew believes that Hatem Ben Arfa can produce the same quality as club legends Kevin Keegan and Peter Beardsley.
Apr 14, 01:26
Hatem Ben Arfa
Hatem Ben Arfa staying at Newcastle United
Hatem Ben Arfa says that he wants to stay at Newcastle United and help the club return to European competition next season.
Apr 13, 02:39
St James Park
Preview:Newcastle United vs. Sunderland
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Tyne-Wear derby between Newcastle United and Sunderland at St James' Park.
Apr 12, 15:48
Andy Carroll is congratulated by team mate Matt Jarvis after scoring his second against West Brom on March 30, 2013
West Ham United line up £10m Andy Carroll bid?
West Ham United will make a £10m offer for Liverpool striker Andy Carroll this summer.
Apr 12, 02:39
Hatem Ben Arfa
Hatem Ben Arfa returns for Newcastle United
Hatem Ben Arfa overcomes a hamstring injury to be included in the Newcastle United squad to face Benfica.
Apr 10, 18:56
Papiss Cisse celebrates with manager Alan Pardew after grabbing the winner against Fulham on April 7, 2013
Preview:Newcastle United vs. Benfica
Newcastle United host Benfica needing a 2-0 or better win to qualify for the Europa League semi-finals.
Apr 9, 11:51
Hatem Ben Arfa
Hatem Ben Arfa close to return
Newcastle United boss Alan Pardew reveals that Hatem Ben Arfa is close to a first-team return.
Apr 9, 01:31
Andy Carroll for West Ham
Report: Newcastle United will have to pay £17m for Andy Carroll
Newcastle United will reportedly have to pay £17m for Andy Carroll, after hopes of a part-exchange deal were scuppered by Liverpool.
Apr 6, 22:23
Andy Carroll celebrates after scoring the opening goal against West Brom on March 30, 2013
Jan Molby thinks Andy Carroll deserves Liverpool chance
Jan Molby believes that Andy Carroll should be given another chance at Liverpool next season.
Apr 5, 10:57
Hatem Ben Arfa runs around delighted after nabbing an equaliser for Newcastle on December 10, 2012
Brendan Rodgers plays down Andy Carroll, Hatem Ben Arfa swap deal
Brendan Rodgers plays down talk that Liverpool are keen to secure a swap deal with Newcastle United involving Andy Carroll and Hatem Ben Arfa.
Apr 5, 09:26
Hatem Ben Arfa
Liverpool eye Andy Carroll, Hatem Ben Arfa swap?
Liverpool will offer Newcastle United Andy Carroll in order to land Hatem Ben Arfa, according to reports.
Apr 5, 02:21
Hatem Ben Arfa
Hatem Ben Arfa 'accused of committing four driving offences'
Newcastle United midfielder Hatem Ben Arfa is reportedly alleged to have committed four driving offences.
Mar 22, 13:15
Wigan's Roberto Martinez on the touchline during the FA Cup 5th round against Huddersfield on February 17, 2013
Preview:Wigan Athletic vs. Newcastle United
Sports Mole previews Newcastle United's trip to Wigan Athletic on Sunday afternoon.
Mar 15, 17:54
Hatem Ben Arfa
Hatem Ben Arfa to miss rest of season
Hatem Ben Arfa will miss the rest of the season as he requires hamstring surgery.
Mar 15, 13:31
Hatem Ben Arfa
Hatem Ben Arfa out of Anzhi Makhachkala tie
A hamstring injury will keep Hatem Ben Arfa out of Newcastle United's second leg of their last-16 Europa League clash with Anzhi Makhachkala on Thursday.
Mar 13, 17:44
Hatem Ben Arfa runs around delighted after nabbing an equaliser for Newcastle on December 10, 2012
Report: Liverpool consider summer move for Hatem Ben Arfa
Liverpool reportedly outline a summer move for Newcastle United midfielder Hatem Ben Arfa.
Mar 13, 09:30
Fabricio Coloccini and Charlie Adam battle for the ball on November 28, 2012
Preview:Newcastle United vs. Stoke City
Sports Mole goes over Sunday's Premier League meeting between Newcastle and Stoke at St James' Park.
Mar 9, 10:41
Hatem Ben Arfa runs around delighted after nabbing an equaliser for Newcastle on December 10, 2012
Hatem Ben Arfa: 'We can make Europa League quarter-finals'
Hatem Ben Arfa believes that Newcastle's goalless draw with Anzhi Makhachkala puts them in a strong position to progress in the Europa League.
Mar 8, 21:10
Hatem Ben Arfa, Robin Van Persie
Alan Pardew would consider forward role for Hatem Ben Arfa
Newcastle United boss Alan Pardew admits that he would use Hatem Ben Arfa in an advanced role again following his success against Anzhi Makhachkala.
Mar 8, 09:05
Newcastle United manager Alan Pardew before kick-off in the Europa League tie against Metalist Kharkiv on February 14, 2013
Newcastle United hold Anzhi Makhachkala to draw
Newcastle United hold Anzhi Makhachkala to a goalless draw in the first leg of their Europa League last-16 tie in Russia.
Mar 7, 18:52
Hatem Ben Arfa
Team News: Hatem Ben Arfa returns to Newcastle lineup against Anzhi Makhackala
Hatem Ben Arfa makes his first start since December for Newcastle United's Europa League match against Anzhi Makhachkala.
Mar 7, 16:06
Hatem Ben Arfa
Alan Pardew hopeful of Hatem Ben Arfa return
Hatem Ben Arfa will play some part in Newcastle United's Europa League encounter with Anzhi Makhachkala tonight, Alan Pardew reveals.
Mar 7, 02:56
Hatem Ben Arfa, Robin Van Persie
Alan Pardew concerned by Hatem Ben Arfa fitness
Newcastle United manager Alan Pardew thinks that Hatem Ben Arfa needs to work hard on his "general fitness".
Feb 28, 21:59
The Liberty Stadium
Preview:Swansea City vs. Newcastle United
Sports Mole previews Swansea City's match with Newcastle United at the Liberty Stadium.
Feb 28, 15:59
Hatem Ben Arfa
Newcastle United plan Hatem Ben Arfa contract extension
Newcastle United plan improved contract terms for French playmaker Hatem Ben Arfa to fend off interest from Liverpool and Paris Saint-Germain, according to reports.
Feb 25, 05:12
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