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Miles Starforth

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Journalist | previously NUFC writer for Shields Gazette and Evening Chronicle | DMs open Newsletter: milesstarforth.substack.com

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Miles Starforth @milesstarforth.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
One player was almost forgotten amid the comings and goings at Newcastle United this summer. And, more than five years after his arrival at the club, Joe Willock’s back in his stride. #NUFC
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Newcastle United’s comeback kid
Joe Willock is enjoying a “new lease of life” at St James’ Park under Mathias Jaissle, having found himself on the fringes of the teamlast season.
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The Sir Bobby Robson Foundation @sbrfoundation.bsky.social · 02/08/2026
Sir Bobby's greatest team needs a great kit! For this year's Great North Run, we wanted create something truly unique to make each of our runners feel part of it👕. You can still join Sir Bobby's team as an own place runner ⬇️ shorturl.at/TlTxQ
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Miles Starforth @milesstarforth.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
Thanks Paul. His record speaks for itself, one of the greats.
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Miles Starforth @milesstarforth.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
What struck me as a reporter about Eddie Howe after his very first Newcastle United press conference – and what it meant for the team. #NUFC
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What Eddie Howe brought to Newcastle United – above all else
What struck me as a reporter about the club's outgoing head coach after his very first press conference at St James' Park – and what it meant for the team.
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Miles Starforth @milesstarforth.bsky.social · 20/07/2026
They say never meet your heroes, but I was very, very fortunate to get to know Kevin Keegan a little as a reporter covering Newcastle United during his second spell as manager. RIP an all-time great, on and off the pitch.
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Kevin Keegan latest: England, Liverpool and Newcastle legend has died
Kevin Keegan has died at the age of 75. The former England manager's family said he was "surrounded by his wife and daughters in his final moments". Follow the latest here.
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Miles Starforth @milesstarforth.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
I made the point that the best thing for him as a player was probably the move. Needed to start week in, week out.
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Miles Starforth @milesstarforth.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
The rise and rise of Elliot Anderson, the one that got away.
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When England questions were off the table for Elliot Anderson
The former Newcastle United midfielder is starring for his country at the World Cup finals ahead of a British-record transfer from Nottingham Forest to Manchester City.
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Miles Starforth @milesstarforth.bsky.social · 16/06/2026
Spoke to Tim Krul about his own remarkable World Cup story, from the 2014 finals in Brazil, for this month’s @fourfourtwo.com. He also reflects on his time at Newcastle United, the injury which prematurely ended his career at the club, and his only ‘regret’. It's on sale now. #NUFC
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Miles Starforth @milesstarforth.bsky.social · 17/02/2026
✈️ Newcastle United setting off on their 2,529-mile journey to Baku! #NUFC
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Miles Starforth @milesstarforth.bsky.social · 27/01/2026
Thank you!
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Miles Starforth @milesstarforth.bsky.social · 27/01/2026
I enjoyed writing it!
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Miles Starforth @milesstarforth.bsky.social · 27/01/2026
Laurent Robert tells the story of his Newcastle United career to @newcastleunited.com ⚫ The chance meeting which led to move from PSG ⚪ Playing for Sir Bobby Robson & living in the North East ⚫ His favourite goal (not the one you might think) ⚪ THAT emotional SJP farewell #NUFC
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'Newcastle have a chance' - Laurent Robert's verdict as two former clubs meet - Newcastle United
There was no chance of a quiet entrance.
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Miles Starforth @milesstarforth.bsky.social · 08/01/2026
They say never meet your heroes, but I was very fortunate to meet Kevin Keegan. #NUFC
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They say never meet your heroes, but I was very fortunate to meet Kevin Keegan
Newcastle United revealed that their former manager and player had been diagnosed with cancer before last night's game against Leeds United, fittingly a 4-3 Premier League classic.
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Miles Starforth @milesstarforth.bsky.social · 04/01/2026
Almost 15 years ago, a British-record departure led to a free agent arriving at St James’ Park in an unlikely deal. Here, Shefki Kuqi talks to @newcastleunited.com about his unexpected move - and his own remarkable story - ahead of the visit of Crystal Palace, another of his old clubs. #NUFC
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Shefki Kuqi interview: 'I didn't manage to score. That still hurts me.' - Newcastle United
Shefki Kuqi was waiting for his next move when he got an unexpected call.
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Miles Starforth @milesstarforth.bsky.social · 18/12/2025
It has been 594 days since a Newcastle United No.9 last scored in the Premier League. Over to you, Yoane Wissa. #NUFC
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The Newcastle United No.9 stat that tells its own story
Summer signing Yoane Wissa scored his first goal for the club in a Carabao Cup win over Fulham at St James' Park.
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Miles Starforth @milesstarforth.bsky.social · 24/11/2025
The trouble with Marseilles, a city with a beautiful old port which police do not want Newcastle United fans to visit. At all. #NUFC
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The trouble with Marseilles amid warnings for Newcastle United fans
Newcastle United fans are descending on the Mediterranean city amid warnings from police ahead of their club's Champions League fixture against Olympique Marseille.
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Miles Starforth @milesstarforth.bsky.social · 21/11/2025
What two trips to the Stadium of Light told me about one forthcoming Newcastle United fixture. #NUFC
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This Newcastle United game looks much tougher now
Newcastle United's away Premier League form is a concern for Eddie Howe – and the club's toughest tests are yet to come.
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Miles Starforth @milesstarforth.bsky.social · 06/11/2025
Newcastle United, Champions League football and the definition of success this season. #NUFC
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Newcastle United, Bilbao and an idea for a special friendly
Newcastle United moved up to sixth in the Champions League ahead of Eddie Howe's fourth anniversary – but the club's domestic away form is a concern.
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Miles Starforth @milesstarforth.bsky.social · 05/11/2025
Visited Brunton Park for the latest issue of Football Weekends magazine, and found a Carlisle United side on the up after back-to-back relegations. It’s on sale now. #CUFC
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Miles Starforth @milesstarforth.bsky.social · 03/10/2025
Newcastle United’s Nick Woltemade has given the perfect on-field response after his club-record £69m transfer was questioned by Karl-Heinz Rummenigge. For now, we should forget about the price tag. #NUFC
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The Nick Woltemade price is right for Newcastle United
Nick Woltemade is not the first Newcastle United striker to have his transfer fee questioned, but he's so far had all the answers.
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Miles Starforth @milesstarforth.bsky.social · 24/09/2025
Been to that pub, it’s decent!
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Miles Starforth @milesstarforth.bsky.social · 24/09/2025
⚫⚪ ‘Your first club never leaves you.’ Steven Caldwell, Newcastle United’s cup match-winner vs Bradford City 25 years ago, on his memorable full debut, what Sir Bobby Robson taught him – and his ‘mentor’ David Hopkinson. 📝 A long read for @newcastleunited.com. #NUFC
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Steven Caldwell: Bradford, Bobby and the blue-chip brigade - Newcastle United
For half an hour, it was all going so well. Almost 25 years ago, Newcastle United were 3-0 up against Bradford City at St. James' Park - and seemingly cruising into the next round of the cup.
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Miles Starforth @milesstarforth.bsky.social · 18/09/2025
A £23 Barcelona ticket and a priceless Newcastle United night. #NUFC
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A £23 Barcelona ticket and a priceless Newcastle United night
Newcastle United kick off their Champions League campaign with a home game against Barcelona, bringing back memories of a magical night 28 years ago.
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Miles Starforth @milesstarforth.bsky.social · 08/09/2025
Tim Krul's @fourfourtwo.com My Perfect XI of former team-mates – and the Newcastle United players who made the cut. #NUFC
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'I remember a shooting session with him, Van Persie and Van der Vaart, they made you feel like an amateur' Ex-Newcastle United and Netherlands international picks his 'Perfect XI'
Former Dutch international and Newcastle United goalkeeper Tim Krul selects his Perfect XI
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Miles Starforth @milesstarforth.bsky.social · 07/09/2025
Thanks! And hopefully soon, just had an Achilles problem so had to give up MNF for a bit!
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Miles Starforth @milesstarforth.bsky.social · 07/09/2025
Everyone who ran today was a star, as were those who cheered along the route! ❤️
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Miles Starforth @milesstarforth.bsky.social · 07/09/2025
Thank you!
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Miles Starforth @milesstarforth.bsky.social · 07/09/2025
Hardest (and slowest) Great North Run for me today. But thanks to the extraordinary support along the route I made it to the finish line. Proud to again been part of Sir Bobby’s Team, running in memory of the great man to raise money for the work of the Sir Bobby Robson Foundation in the North East.
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Miles Starforth @milesstarforth.bsky.social · 29/08/2025
Great to speak to Tim Krul for this month’s @fourfourtwo.com. He named four of his former Newcastle United team-mates in My Perfect XI (and two more on the bench). Can you guess them? #NUFC
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Miles Starforth @milesstarforth.bsky.social · 31/07/2025
More details on Sir Bobby’s Team 2025, and the brilliant work of the Sir Bobby Robson Foundation in the North East, here:
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Sir Bobby's Team 2025
Help Jack Ryan raise money to support Newcastle Hospitals Charity
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Miles Starforth @milesstarforth.bsky.social · 31/07/2025
We sadly lost Sir Bobby Robson 16 years ago today. Thought I’d share that Sir Bobby’s Team, a group of football writers, will again run the Great North Run to raise money for the Sir Bobby Robson Foundation, the charity the great man described as his last & greatest team. His legacy lives on.
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Miles Starforth @milesstarforth.bsky.social · 20/07/2025
Sean Longstaff, one of Newcastle United’s own. #NUFC
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Sean Longstaff, one of Newcastle United's own
Sean Longstaff has signed for Leeds United after helping Newcastle United, his boyhood club, make history.
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Miles Starforth @milesstarforth.bsky.social · 19/07/2025
Sean Longstaff helped Newcastle United, his boyhood club, make history. He’s made an immense, but often unsung, contribution, and has also scored big goals on big occasions. There have been tough times too, but he’s made of tough stuff. He'll always be one of the club's own. #NUFC
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Miles Starforth @milesstarforth.bsky.social · 09/07/2025
The fact that he’s come back from so many injuries in his career says a lot about his character.
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Miles Starforth @milesstarforth.bsky.social · 09/07/2025
Newcastle United’s cherished No.9 shirt was a very good fit for Callum Wilson, and there’s no bigger compliment than that. #NUFC
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Newcastle United's £20m transfer 'bargain'
Callum Wilson has left Newcastle United as a free agent after making a huge contribution during his five years at St James' Park.
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Miles Starforth @milesstarforth.bsky.social · 04/07/2025
My mobile phone’s camera roll is full of photographs. Many are photos of football grounds. I am a stadium obsessive, but the hidden gems in my camera roll are photos of the players and personalities who have shaped Newcastle United over the years. #NUFC
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Rolling back the Newcastle United years
There were some lovely cameos in Newcastle United's latest adidas kit launch video – and a welcome nod to three players who will never be forgotten on Tyneside.
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Miles Starforth @milesstarforth.bsky.social · 26/06/2025
Geoff Thompson has taken South Shields a long way over the past decade. But what does the future hold for the club? I spoke to the club’s owner about their remarkable journey up the leagues – and his decision to look for a buyer – for a Football Weekends magazine exclusive.
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Miles Starforth @milesstarforth.bsky.social · 09/06/2025
Yeah, definitely a strong argument for more than 65k.
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Miles Starforth @milesstarforth.bsky.social · 05/06/2025
You’re not alone! Think there’s a case for more than 65k seats.
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Miles Starforth @milesstarforth.bsky.social · 05/06/2025
‘If you build it, they will come.’ Newcastle United fans are waiting for the club to reveal its thinking on a new Leazes Park stadium – but will it be big enough? #NUFC
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New Newcastle United stadium: Why size matters
St James' Park's future: Newcastle United fans are waiting for the club to reveal its thinking on a new Leazes Park stadium – but will it be big enough?
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Miles Starforth @milesstarforth.bsky.social · 26/05/2025
This summer, as rival clubs are forced to sell due to PSR issues, Newcastle United, finally, will be able to buy. #NUFC
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Newcastle United's big 'selling point' ahead of summer buys
Newcastle United can get to work in the transfer market after a return to the Champions League – as Aston Villa count the cost of defeat.
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Miles Starforth @milesstarforth.bsky.social · 25/05/2025
Whatever happens today, this has been a phenomenal season, Newcastle United’s most successful in several generations thanks to the Carabao Cup win. To also be pushing for Champions League football after a minimal spend in three transfer windows is just extraordinary. #NUFC
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Miles Starforth @milesstarforth.bsky.social · 21/05/2025
Why change the best club crest in the Premier League? The question many Newcastle United fans are asking ahead of a digital-era refinement – and the need for trust in the process. #NUFC
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Newcastle United's boldest move yet?
Newcastle United's iconic club crest is set for a redesign for the "digital world" – but some fans are yet to be convinced of the need for change.
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Miles Starforth @milesstarforth.bsky.social · 12/05/2025
This season, for Newcastle United fans, is the gift that keeps on giving. #NUFC
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The Newcastle United gift that keeps on giving
Newcastle United head coach Eddie Howe could guide the Carabao Cup-winning club to its highest Premier League finish since 1996/97.
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Miles Starforth @milesstarforth.bsky.social · 01/05/2025
Enjoyed speaking to Elliot Anderson for @fourfourtwo.com, who have compiled a list of the Premier League's 50 best players in 24/25. Anderson's had an incredible first season at Nottingham Forest after leaving Newcastle United, and deservedly makes the list. On sale now. #FFTPL50
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Miles Starforth @milesstarforth.bsky.social · 29/04/2025
What the replies to an Atletico Madrid social media post tell us about the perils of letting Kieran Trippier leave amid speculation over his Newcastle United future. #NUFC
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Newcastle United's Kieran Trippier and a transfer lesson
Newcastle United's Kieran Trippier has been linked with transfers away from St James' Park, but the 'statement' signing is still going strong.
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Miles Starforth @milesstarforth.bsky.social · 10/04/2025
The Newcastle United home truths that were the making of Jamaal Lascelles as a future captain.
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The Newcastle United home truths that kick-started a career
Newcastle United club captain Jamaal Lascelles gave an interview nine years ago which showed he had the character to lead the team into the Premier League.
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Miles Starforth @milesstarforth.bsky.social · 08/04/2025
Fabian Schar was out of the team, and facing an uncertain future, when Eddie Howe took charge of Newcastle United. Schar was recalled for Howe's first game in late 2021, and the defender’s still going strong – as we saw last night. #NUFC
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Eddie Howe's first Newcastle United team call revisited
As Newcastle United draw up transfer plans, two long-serving players – Fabian Schar and Jacob Murphy – are still going strong thanks to Eddie Howe's management.
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Miles Starforth @milesstarforth.bsky.social · 29/03/2025
⚫️⚪️ What a day! #NUFC
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Miles Starforth @milesstarforth.bsky.social · 28/03/2025
Newcastle United's Carabao Cup-winning squad will make the short trip from St James’ Park to the Town Moor to celebrate with fans – after ending the club’s long wait for major silverware. The last open-top bus parade for a trophy win hints at what awaits Eddie Howe and his players tomorrow. #NUFC
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The 'scary' Newcastle United bus parade which blew away trophy-winning team
Newcastle United's Carabao Cup-winning squad will celebrate the club's success with fans on a bus parade and at the Town Moor.
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