Newcastle United Quotes

When I was a young boy I wanted to play for Newcastle United, I wanted to wear the number nine shirt and I wanted to score goals at St James' Park. I've lived my dream and I realise how lucky I've been to have done that.

When Gazza was dribbling he used to go through a minefield with his arm, a bit like you go through a supermarket.

I would play in any number shirt for Newcastle United, but the No 9 at Newcastle is something very special and I've always wanted to wear it. I mentioned it to the manager, he mentioned it to Les and Les has been very kind and given it to me.

Well we got nine and you can't score more than that

We didn't underestimate them. They were just a lot better than we thought.

He's very fast and if he gets a yard ahead of himself nobody will catch him.

We can't replace Gary Speed - where do you get an experienced player like him with a left foot and a head?

Alan Shearer has done very well for us, considering his age. We have introduced some movement into his game because he has got two good legs now. Last season he played with one leg.

When I go home every night, I can look in the mirror and say I have given 110 per cent for Newcastle United. If people aren't happy with that, I can't give any more.

I'd like to play for Newcastle United before I retire. The club is in my blood.

I've turned down Barcelona, Inter Milan, Juventus and Manchester United to play here. I hope everyone already knows how much it means to me to play for Newcastle United.

Home advantage gives you an advantage