By Tyne-Talk
December 13 2008

Newcastle United manager Joe Kinnear has said in his most recent interview that he constantly feels like his is on trial and having his every move watched as the club struggles both in the league and behind the scenes to provide continuity. But, the fact of the matter is, that he IS on trial and he does need to start racking up the points, or this trial could quickly be cut short.

A very vocal Kinnear said of the situation at Newcastle;

"I feel like I am on trial in every single game, or every moment of each match, with how important things are.

But on the positive side, I have always said one more point each week is one point closer to safety. I always look at the teams we are playing against considering the team we are putting out, and I always have a fear factor.

But I have make sure my side is well keyed up for it, and as far as that has been concerned, that's been excellent. I have had a fantastic response from any player I have asked to do a difficult job.

'We have had to play various players out of position this season, but nevertheless, we are still in there. You have to get on with it, I am not making excuses over that. That's part and parcel of having a strong squad at the club.

Unfortunately, we haven't got a strong squad and injuries hurt us - well, they don't make us any better. I have yet to get the best XI put since I have been here. Hopefully, that will change in the new year."

With reference to a small squad and injuries, it would be nice to think that this will be built upon in the forthcoming transfer window, but despite what Kinnear might say about transfers and money, there has been no clear indication that Mike Ashley is prepared to splash the cash to boost the squad without selling players he cannot afford to release.

Kinnear Feels Like He Is On Trial? He Is!

Discussion started by TyneTalk (IP Logged), 13/12/2008 16:44

TyneTalk
13/12/2008 16:44

Kinnear Feels Like He Is On Trial? He Is!

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MissC
13/12/2008 17:12

Trial by Club,
Trial by Fans,
Trial by Media
Trial by.....Mike Ashley

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senyabtoon
13/12/2008 22:50

The guy keeps coming out with these silly statements all the time he is not helping us get the negative press away from our club he is actively seeking out the press for HIS long term future not ours shut up Joe!

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MissC
13/12/2008 23:07

I can go with that, his statements are not helping. I read somewhere this week he said Owen is leaving in the summer.

We may all know that but what help is it by announcing it - other than for the other clubs to sign him in January for the summer. Thus taking his focus off newcastle and diverting it else where.

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Omar_786
14/12/2008 04:49

yeah but he is straight up thats the character he is .. he will tell you in your face .. he dont hide things apart from the ashley business


He's The Next Ronaldo (Sir Bob R.I.P)

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detox1978
14/12/2008 14:21

Only Wenger and Fergie aren't on trial. Just look at the wolves circling Ince.

It's madness.

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