Viduka at Newcastle [R]

Re: Viduka at Middlesbrough [R]

I can't wait to see him find the back of the net for the Magpies. I know it's only been 2 games, but i'm getting anxious. lol

 

Re: Viduka at Newcastle (formerly Middlesbrough) [R]

Personally, I don't mind him missing out on these friendlies as they probably should be used to keep our youngsters and other players competitive.

I would however love it if he stuck around for the qualifiers maybe? I know 2010 probably won't happen for Dukes but I'd love it if he stuck around with a massively reduced international schedule to play in the important games.

 

Re: Viduka at Newcastle (formerly Middlesbrough) [R]

I saw the highlights this morning, it was a brilliant goal by Dukes. I watched the first half, he seemed a bit quiet besides that nice pass to Martins. I fell asleep just after halftime, cranky now i didn't stay awake for it!!

 

Re: Viduka at Newcastle (formerly Middlesbrough) [R]

Here's that goal he scored v. Middlesborough here on youtube:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aIChUmTIcNI

 

Re: Viduka at Newcastle (formerly Middlesbrough) [R]

Big Dukes got a brace against West Ham in their 3-1 win at St. James Park. Excellent work by the big fella, here's to plenty more as well.

 

Re: Viduka at Newcastle (formerly Middlesbrough) [R]

His first v the Hammers was a ********ing cracking header.

Dukes is on fire!

 

Re: Viduka at Newcastle (formerly Middlesbrough) [R]

Yeah it rocketed into the back of the net alright, Green had no chance of stopping it.

 

Big Dukes goals for Newcastle?

Anyone got any video of his goals for Newcastle. Friggen Youtube keep removing the vids. Appreciate heaps if anyone can help me out! Cheers!!!

 

Re: Big Dukes goals for Newcastle?

Try www.footytube.com it has the highlights from the weekend's matches.

 

Re: Viduka at Newcastle (formerly Middlesbrough) [R]

I wonder in his EPL playing history, what seasons are considered some of his best starts to a season? Because Dukes, especially the Dukes of recent times, has generally been considered a 'slow starter.' Often he won't get even a handful of goals for months, only to explode till the middle to latter part of a season, in those seasons where he's scored 20+ goals.

To clarify what I mean by 'good start' I mean more in relative terms. Say, what was his best start to a season? Has he had say 5 goals in his first 10 games or even better than that?

 

Re: Viduka at Newcastle (formerly Middlesbrough) [R]

Pffft. Whatever Keegan, back to obscurity for you.

 

Re: Viduka at Newcastle (formerly Middlesbrough) [R]

It wouldn't really make a difference. Viduka thrives on Quality service from the flanks and there is no real width in Newcastles squad. Sad really

 

Re: Viduka at Newcastle (formerly Middlesbrough) [R]

Hope he goes to Pompey.

 

Re: Viduka at Newcastle (formerly Middlesbrough) [R]

I heard he's returning to his roots and is going to line-up for Melbourne Victory next season.

 

Re: Viduka at Newcastle (formerly Middlesbrough) [R]

I hope Dukes leaves the EPL. He's had his time there, achieved most of what he can there. He's too old and past his peak to gain a move to a top EPL club and have a chance to win the EPL.

But it would be neat if he could slip into a squad in Spain or Serie A. Teams like Betis, Deportivo and Zaragoza in Spain and Genoa, Torino and Udinese etc.. in Serie A. It's even still possible an ECL club like Roma could be interested, in having him in their rotation, though how much game time he'd get, is an issue.

If Dukes can finish up his European career, by playing regular first team in one of the Top 3 leagues and having another 15-20 goal season, then I'd consider that a pretty decent finish for him . Getting a last try at UEFA Cup football or something may also be nice.

 

Re: Viduka at Newcastle (formerly Middlesbrough) [R]

Dukes back on scoresheet!!

 

Re: Viduka at Newcastle (formerly Middlesbrough) [R]

Nice finish as well!! He's the best striker Newcastle have got, they just need to play him.

 

Re: Viduka at Newcastle (formerly Middlesbrough) [R]

Viduka scored again in Newcastle's 3-0 win over Reading.

 

Re: Viduka at Newcastle (formerly Middlesbrough) [R]

That opening paragraph:

**...........would consider returning for another World Cup tilt, providing Verbeek was willing to work in with his demanding club schedule.**

is one of the main reasons we don't need him. Club before country should rule you out automatically.

Besides, he has never gone that well playing for Aust anyway. Something like 10 goals in 40+ games is poor. Let him go and bring on the youth of Kennedy, Djite maybe McDonald in a couple of years.