And Steve Bruce has been talking injuries, Andy Carroll, the return of Dwight Gayle, contracts, transfers and the January window.
Here’s EVERYTHING the Magpies head coach discussed at his Benton press call this morning.
5. Andy Carroll injury NOT serious
"Not serious. Andy picked up a groin strain last Saturday. He should be in contention for next week. It is part and parcel of football, and why we have the squads we have." Photo: Justin Setterfield
6. Bruce 'confident' Longstaffs will pen new deals at NUFC
“The two of them. Lee is in discussions. They have the same agent. These things don’t take one day, with Martin it has taken two and a half months. I am confident we will get there." Photo: Nathan Stirk
7. Bruce's take on NUFC's lack of goals
"That is the concern. We are working on it. It is the hardest part of the game and we feel we have enough firepower up there but we have to start showing that." Photo: Paul Harding
8. Bruce backs Joelinton to come good
"Joelinton is only young, 23 a month ago. He needs time to settle. How many times do you see it, £70m-£80m players …. Pepe scored for the first time last night. Joe will be a fine player for this club I am sure." Photo: Matthew Peters