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Mark Carruthers
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⚽️ Writer for The Chronicle, Sunday Sun, Sunderland Echo, Shields Gazette ✍🏻 Weekly columnist for Non-League Paper 🎙️Co-host of Everything is Black and White podcast 💚 Proud Ambassador of I U Care Share Foundation
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🇨🇴 Today marks the 30th anniversary of Tino Asprilla completing a club record move to Newcastle United.

🗣️ I spoke to the man himself and former Magpies team-mates Lee Clark and Steve Watson about his arrival.

🗞️ An exclusive via @chroniclelive.co.uk | #NUFC

www.chroniclelive.co.uk/sport/footba...
I knew nothing of Newcastle when I signed but 30 years on I keep coming back
EXCLUSIVE: Tino Asprilla opens up on his Newcastle United career on the anniversary of his signing
www.chroniclelive.co.uk
⚫️⚪️This week could/should be a massive turning point for Newcastle’s season.

They’ve been on the wrong end of some dismal decisions in this cup tie but they’ve stayed focused on built on the winner Spurs with a massive win at Villa.

They deserve so much credit for that.
#NUFC
February 14, 2026 at 7:38 PM
📹 Reaction after Gateshead’s 2-1 home defeat against National League rivals Brackley Town.

A frustrating day where a poor opening half-hour and poor decision making eventually cost the Heed.
February 14, 2026 at 7:35 PM
💰PSR and SCR are back on the agenda once again and both Newcastle and Aston Villa find themselves in similar situations.

📺 Villa No Filler's Frankie Maguire joined the Everything is Black and White podcast to discuss tonight's FA Cup tie and finances.

#NUFC #AVFC

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Newcastle United's PSR frustrations shared by Aston Villa but don't expect sympathy in the FA Cup
YouTube video by Everything Is Black & White - Newcastle United
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February 14, 2026 at 10:23 AM
🚨 New Everything is Black and White podcast episode.

🏆 John Gibson joins us to preview Newcastle’s FA Cup tie at Aston Villa and explains why the competition is so important to the Magpies.

#NUFC

📺 Full episode here: youtu.be/NT768BijsZM?...
February 13, 2026 at 11:44 AM
Hebburn Town manager Daniel Moore has eased the pressure on his promotion-chasing squad ahead of Saturday’s home clash with FC United of Manchester.

www.shieldsgazette.com/sport/footba...
No pressure on promotion chasing Hebburn Town - insists manager Daniel Moore
Hebburn Town will host Northern Premier League rivals FC United of Manchester on Saturday.
www.shieldsgazette.com
February 13, 2026 at 9:51 AM
Ian Watson has admitted South Shields are facing ‘a tough task’ as they prepare to travel to National League North rivals King’s Lynn Town.

The Mariners boss also discusses the reaction to the midweek draw at Scarborough and goalkeeper Tom Watson.

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Scarborough reaction pleases South Shields boss as King's Lynn test lies in wait
South Shields make the long trip to National League North rivals King’s Lynn Town on Saturday.
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February 13, 2026 at 9:50 AM
🚨NEW Everything is Black and White podcast.

⚫️⚪️ Lee Ryder assesses Newcastle United's crucial 2-1 win at Spurs in what was Thomas Frank's last game in charge of the hosts.

🗣️Thiaw, Ramsey, Botman and Eddie Howe all discussed.

#NUFC

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MORE TO COME from the £40m man? Jacob Ramsey was the STAR MAN in 2-1 win against Spurs #NUFC
YouTube video by Everything Is Black & White - Newcastle United
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February 11, 2026 at 12:40 PM
🚨Three Everything is Black and Whites podcast episodes to watch/listen to ahead of Newcastle's visit to Spurs.

Lee Ryder on Brentford
youtu.be/SZ83OR1ImwM?...

Gibbo's Spurs preview
www.youtube.com/watch?v=L4TB...

View from the opposition with Lee Wilmot
www.youtube.com/watch?v=KSse...
#NUFC #COYS
"UNDER PRESSURE": Eddie Howe facing questions after Brentford defeat #nufc #newcastleunited
YouTube video by Everything Is Black & White - Newcastle United
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February 10, 2026 at 10:03 AM
🤝A major boost for South Shields in their bid for promotion into the National League as former Crawley midfielder Jack Roles pens an 18-month deal at the 1st Cloud Arena.

www.shieldsgazette.com/sport/footba...
South Shields boost squad with signing of former Crawley and Stevenage midfielder
Former Crawley Town midfielder Jack Roles has penned an 18-month deal with National League North leaders South Shields.
www.shieldsgazette.com
February 8, 2026 at 11:43 AM
Newcastle poor across the pitch today. Painfully lacking in creativity, intensity and confidence.

Simply just not good enough. Brentford deserved winners.

#NUFC
February 7, 2026 at 11:13 PM
🗣️"We are just building everything around him"

⚓️ South Shields manager Ian Watson believes in-form midfielder Will Jenkins ‘epitomises everything he wants from his players’ as the Mariners chase promotion into the National League this season.

www.shieldsgazette.com/sport/footba...
Will shows the way for South Shields academy hopefuls after penning new deal - Watson
South Shields midfielder Will Jenkins handed a major boost to the Mariners when he penned a new contract last month.
www.shieldsgazette.com
February 7, 2026 at 10:56 AM
🔴⚪️Sunderland youngster Dan Cameron has been backed to shine at a higher level as he continues to impress during a loan spell with Northern Premier League club Hebburn Town.

#SAFC

www.shieldsgazette.com/sport/footba...
Sunderland youngster tipped for EFL career after impressive loan spell
Sunderland youngster Dan Cameron is enjoying an impressive loan spell with non-league neighbours Hebburn Town.
www.shieldsgazette.com
February 7, 2026 at 10:54 AM
🇨🇴 Today marks the 30th anniversary of Tino Asprilla completing a club record move to Newcastle United.

🗣️ I spoke to the man himself and former Magpies team-mates Lee Clark and Steve Watson about his arrival.

🗞️ An exclusive via @chroniclelive.co.uk | #NUFC

www.chroniclelive.co.uk/sport/footba...
I knew nothing of Newcastle when I signed but 30 years on I keep coming back
EXCLUSIVE: Tino Asprilla opens up on his Newcastle United career on the anniversary of his signing
www.chroniclelive.co.uk
February 7, 2026 at 9:57 AM
⚫️⚪️ A Matheos Ferreira hat-trick and a Seung-soo Park goal helped managerless Newcastle United U21s to a 4-3 win at Aston Villa.

👔 Had a chat with interim boss Robbie Stockdale about the permanent role earlier this week for @chroniclelive.co.uk.

#NUFC

www.chroniclelive.co.uk/sport/footba...
Newcastle United fielding interest in 'highly coveted' role after Man Utd shock
Latest from Newcastle United as backroom position remains up for grabs
www.chroniclelive.co.uk
February 6, 2026 at 10:23 PM
🔥Sunderland youngster Oli Bainbridge is thriving during his loan spell at South Shields - and Mariners boss Ian Watson believes it is all down to the wing-back's mentality.

🗞️ Shields Gazette |📸 Kevin Wilson | #SAFC | #UTM

www.shieldsgazette.com/sport/footba...
Sunderland youngster Oli Bainbridge seizing opportunity with in-form South Shields
The Academy of Light product is impressing with the current National League North leaders.
www.shieldsgazette.com
February 4, 2026 at 1:05 PM
Rob Elliot wants to add at least one more new signing to his Gateshead squad after Crawley Town defender Ben Radcliffe completed a return to the International Stadium.

🗞️ Sunderland Echo

www.sunderlandecho.com/sport/footba...
Elliot eyes more new signings as Gateshead land Crawley Town defender Ben Radcliffe
Gateshead have completed the loan signing of Crawley Town defender Ben Radcliffe.
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February 3, 2026 at 5:34 PM
🗣️"He’s made an instant impact on and off the pitch"

⚓️South Shields manager Ian Watson has been delighted with the impact Middlesbrough youngster Sonny Finch has made since joining the Mariners on loan.

🗞️ Shields Gazette

www.shieldsgazette.com/sport/footba...
Middlesbrough youngster making 'instant impact' at South Shields
National League North leaders South Shields swooped to sign Middlesbrough forward Sonny Finch on loan last month.
www.shieldsgazette.com
February 3, 2026 at 4:08 PM
⚫️⚪️ From the Championship to the Champions League.

👊🏻 When 'nobody gave a f**k', he did. He led when nobody else could. He helped the club through some tough times.

🫡 A true leader at a club that was seriously lacking in leadership for parts of those 12 years.

👏🏻 Best of luck to him.

#NUFC
February 3, 2026 at 11:47 AM
❌ Newcastle not adding to their squad during the January transfer window doesn't surprise me.

👀 I do think a signing would have been made if a long-term opportunity was there.

📺 Full episode of today's Everything is Black and White podcast available here.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=VI76...

#NUFC
February 2, 2026 at 5:22 PM
🧠Ian Watson has revealed the mentality he wants South Shields to show during their push for the National League North title as the Mariners moved nine points clear at the top of the table with a win at Oxford City.

www.shieldsgazette.com/sport/footba...
Manager Ian Watson wants South Shields to remain focused after promotion bid boost
South Shields claimed an impressive 3-1 win at National League North rivals Oxford City.
www.shieldsgazette.com
February 1, 2026 at 10:13 AM
Newcastle are braced for late offers from EFL clubs after several Under-21s players secured January moves.

Understand Alfie Harrison most likely to make a move before Monday's 7pm deadline and has interest from home and abroad.

🗞️ @chroniclelive.co.uk| #NUFC

www.chroniclelive.co.uk/sport/footba...
Newcastle United braced for snap loan move decision after injury issues emerge
Newcastle United transfer latest as January window deadline looms
www.chroniclelive.co.uk
January 31, 2026 at 12:16 PM
⚫️⚪️Newcastle United Under-21s interim head coach Robbie Stockdale has challenged the next crop of Magpies youngsters to ‘take their opportunity’ after the departure of several players in recent weeks.

🗞️ Shields Gazette | #NUFC

www.shieldsgazette.com/sport/footba...
Newcastle United youngsters challenged to 'step up to the plate' after January exits
January has been a month of change within the Newcastle United Under-21s setup.
www.shieldsgazette.com
January 31, 2026 at 11:09 AM
⚫️⚪️ Lewis Hall is probably the best left-back I’ve seen at Newcastle.

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 Not only should he be in England’s World Cup squad, on current form, he should be in Thomas Tuchel’s starting eleven.

#NUFC

Full episode of the Everything is Black and White podcast is available here youtu.be/_bdyg5YEfrk?...
January 30, 2026 at 11:38 AM
⚪️ A few thoughts on Dan Burn’s importance to Newcastle and a tip of the hat to Andy Jaye, Rob Lee and the excellent Adopted Geordies podcast.

The latest Everything is Black and White podcast is available now as we look back at Newcastle’s draw against PSG.

🔗 youtu.be/_bdyg5YEfrk?...

#NUFC
January 29, 2026 at 9:18 PM
⚫️⚪️Former Newcastle United Under-21s captain Cathal Heffernan has reflected positively on his time with the Magpies after he completed a permanent move to League Two strugglers Harrogate Town.

🗞️Via the Shields Gazette | #NUFC

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Former Newcastle United defender thanks Magpies after securing January move
A number of Newcastle United academy players have departed the club during the first three weeks of the January transfer window.
www.shieldsgazette.com
January 24, 2026 at 4:30 PM