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The Diamond
he fallacy surrounding Manchester United in recent seasons has been that of the diamond, which is a tactical concept, and a strategical structure, deriving at Manchester United from the way in which Bobby Charlton was deployed in the 1960s, as a deep lying center forward, alongside hard-tackling midfield creator-destroyers, such as Maurice Setters, Paddy Crerand, David Sadler, or Nobby Stiles.
Arsenal could sell Alexandre Lacazette, Alan Smith claims
Former Arsenal forward Alan Smith believes Arsenal could be tempted to offload Alexandre Lacazette during the summer, should he fail to impress during the remainder of the campaign.
Preview: Newcastle vs Wigan
Newcastle manager Alan Pardew certainly didn't expect such a good start to the season for the Toon, who host Wigan this weekend in the Premier League. The 4th placed Geordies have a stunning opportunity to jump to 3rd in the Premier League.
Stoke eye Alan Smith
Stoke City are ready to make a bid for Newcastle striker Alan Smith this summer. Smith has found his opportunities very limited at St. James' Park, but is keen to stay in the Premiership.
Bassong to leave Newcastle?
Newcastle United's young defender Sebastian Bassong might leave the club if they go down to Championship football. The Tyneside club is under relegation threat and it depends on their match against Aston Villa tonight if they will survive the test and hang on in the Premier League.
Spurs can clip Magpies' wings
It might only be the Carling Cup third round but Wednesday night's tussle between strugglers Newcastle and Tottenham is massively important for both sides.
Alan Smith: no Boro move
Alan Smith will not be leaving Newcastle to join Middlesbrough, according to the player's agent. The Newcastle forward has fallen down the pecking order at his current club.
Smith wants Newcastle stay
Newcastle striker Alan Smith has admitted he is flattered he has been linked with a move to Scottish giants Rangers, but insists he is happy to stay at the Toon despite a disappointing first season there.
Keegan hails returning stars
Kevin Keegan has paid special tribute to his stars who are returning from action. Newcastle find themselves on a mini run of form winning three games in a row - seemingly putting them in the Premiership safety zone.
Preview: Newcastle vs Fulham
A relegation battle between two sides who have had a shocking season in the Premiership. Kevin Keegan is still desperately searching for his first win in the Premiership, while Roy Hodgson will still be flying high after their 1-0 victory over Everton last week. Newcastle will take heart from the fact that Fulham have not won in 31 games on the road.
