Welcome to The Debrief, a Sky Sports column in which Adam Bate uses a blend of data and opinion to reflect on some of the key stories from the latest Premier League matches. This week: 
More than a hot streak for Newcastle’s Murphy
Andre has been central to the Wolves revival
Baleba’s stunning strike…
Newcastle United responded to their demoralising 4-1 loss on the road to Aston Villa by easily getting the better of ten-man Ipswich Town 3-0 back at St James’ Park. The Champions League aspiring side are now up to third in the Premier League standings off the back of this straightforward victory, with the result also…
Newcastle United boosted their hopes of Champions League qualification as they cruised to a 3-0 win over 10-man Ipswich Town that confirmed relegation for Kieran McKenna’s side. The Magpies were frustrated for much of the first half as Ipswich sat deep in an effort to maintain parity, Bruno Guimaraes seeing a goal disallowed for a…
Newcastle require a return to winning ways on Saturday afternoon as they welcome an Ipswich Town side on the brink of relegation to St James’ Park. Anything but a victory for the Tractor Boys this weekend will condemn them to the second tier after they were thumped 4-0 by Arsenal last Sunday. Even if they…
Eddie Howe says his recent illness has been ‘difficult’ but he is delighted to be back to lead Newcastle United against Ipswich on Saturday. Howe, 47, was hospitalised with pneumonia and has missed the Magpies’ last three games. Assistant Jason Tindall and Graeme Jones took charge of wins over Manchester United and Crystal Palace and…
Newcastle United’s squad have immortalised themselves this season, defeating Liverpool at Wembley to win the Carabao Cup and end a 70-year domestic drought. However, PIF won’t want that success to be a fleeting thing, a flash-in-the-pan. To reinforce this exciting position, Eddie Howe’s Magpies simply have to finish in the Premier League’s top five and…
Newcastle United are said to be “ready” to make a move for an “international” level midfielder this summer, according to a new transfer report. Newcastle may need midfielder if Tonali leaves The future of Sandro Tonali at St James’ Park is up in the air currently, with no guarantee that the Italian will still be…
Newcastle United believe a Premier League player who is a “class above” his teammates could be a “perfect” signing for them this summer, Fabrizio Romano has claimed, but he is already in talks to join Manchester United. Newcastle continue to chase new signings The Magpies may have lost 4-1 at Aston Villa last weekend, but…
Arsenal are now keen on signing an “incredible” £50m forward, who could be a “great fit” for Mikel Arteta’s side, but there is set to be competition from Liverpool, according to a report. Gunners set to strengthen attacking options The Gunners have done incredibly well to reach the Champions League semi-final, given that they have…
Ireland claim second Women’s Six Nations win with routine victory over Wales at Rodney Parade; Linda Djougang, Aoife Wafer and Dorothy Wall all scored two tries on the penultimate weekend of action Last Updated: 20/04/25 7:45pm Ireland’s Dorothy Wall is tackled by Wales Lleucu George during the Guinness Women’s Six Nations match at Rodney Parade…
Newcastle depth exposed by ruthless Villa Newcastle named the same side for a seventh consecutive match and ran out of legs – Aston Villa showed them why it is a squad game with their 4-1 win. Unai Emery made four changes from Villa’s Champions League second-leg victory over Paris Saint-Germain having lit a fire under…
Newcastle United are in a brilliant position under Eddie Howe, though could now be willing to facilitate a surprise departure for one of their strongest performers, according to a recent report. Newcastle United’s summer transfer plans Eddie Howe is a man who has commanded mass respect from supporters at St James’ Park due to their…
Unai Emery believes Aston Villa are experiencing their “best moment” following a convincing 4-1 victory over fellow Premier League top-five chasers Newcastle on Saturday. Ollie Watkins scored after 33 seconds to give the hosts the lead at Villa Park and, in doing so, draw level with Gabriel Agbonlahor as the club’s all-time record goalscorer in…
Aston Villa moved to within a point of the Premier League top five after a convincing 4-1 victory over in-form Newcastle. Ollie Watkins scored after 33 seconds before twice hitting the woodwork as Unai Emery’s side, off the back of a valiant exit from the Champions League at the hands of PSG on Tuesday, exploded…
Aston Villa host a Newcastle team that has been on fire recently, winning 6 games in a row in all competitions! This Premier League weekend keeps getting better and better as some of the best teams in the country go head-to-head! Ahead of this game between Villa and Newcastle, we have provided a list of…
An in-form Newcastle United are hunting a sixth successive Premier League win when they visit Aston Villa on Saturday evening. Buoyed by their Carabao Cup final success over Liverpool which brought to an end a 70-year wait for a major domestic trophy last month, Newcastle have climbed up to third in the Premier League table…
Match Preview for Aston Villa v Newcastle Newcastle head to Villa Park on the back of six straight wins and hoping to solidify their grip on third place in the Premier League against one of their rivals in the race for Champions League football. The Magpies, having sustained the momentum from their EFL Cup final…
At The Races’ Declan Rix puts forward his top fancies for All-Weather Championships Finals Day at Newcastle – live on Sky Sports Racing. Roi De France 3.00 Newcastle – All-Weather Championships Mile Handicap (Class 2) (4yo+) – 1m5y A field of 14 here chasing the first prize of £77,310 which can hopefully go the way…
Royal Ascot winners Saint Lawrence and Claymore are among five rides for Hollie on All-Weather Championships Finals Day at Newcastle – live on Sky Sports Racing on Friday. Wokingham winner stakes Good Friday claim Saint Lawrence isn’t the easiest to predict but there’s no doubting his talent, so I’m hoping for the best in the…
Newcastle assistant manager Jason Tindall says the club are relishing a return to the Champions League after he masterminded a superb 5-0 win at home to Crystal Palace that lifts the Magpies up to third in the Premier League table. With manager Eddie Howe continuing his recovery from pneumonia, United put on a superb display…
