Tag: newcastle jets
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JETS WON’T PANIC DESPITE GOING FIVE GAMES WITHOUT A GOAL
They haven’t won a game since round four and have now gone five without a goal, but the Jets say they’re not obsessing over when the drought will end. Newcastle currently sits in eighth on the A-League ladder, two points outside the top six, following the loss to the Victory.
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JETS SEARCHING FOR ANSWERS AFTER LOSS TO VICTORY
The Jets will be desperate to attract some new signings in the January transfer window, after losing 1-nil to Melbourne Victory in round 13 of the A-League this afternoon. Newcastle now hasn’t scored a goal in five-straight games. Keeper Mark Birighitti was tested early – called into action three times in the first seven minutes.…
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JETS FACE UPHILL BATTLE AGAINST VICTORY
Jets’ coach Scott Miller says the suspension of David Carney shouldn’t pose a problem in Sunday’s clash with the defending A-League champions. Newcastle is desperate to reverse a winless streak that now stretches back to last October.
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WANDERERS LOOK TO CONTINUE RUN
The Jets are rank outsiders to beat the Western Sydney Wanderers in tonight’s Christmas Eve clash at Pirtek Stadium. The Wanderers haven’t been beaten in eight matches, while the Jets have only scored one goal in their last five outings.
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JETS BEGIN RECRUITMENT FOR NEW PLAYERS
Newcastle coach Scott Miller has confirmed he’s spoken to former A-League golden boot Adam Taggart about a return to Newcastle in January. With at least two spots to fill, the Jets have begun scouring the globe for recruits.
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JETS MULLEN RACING TO FACE THE WANDERERS
With two key players suspended for Thursday’s clash with the Wanderers, defender Daniel Mullen could return to the Jets’ squad ahead of schedule. Newcastle needs a win to stay in touch with the top six.
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RYAN GRIFFITHS OVERLOOKED BY JETS AS AN INJURY REPLACEMENT
Former Jets skipper Ryan Griffiths has expressed his dismay at being overlooked by Newcastle coach Scott Miller as a potential injury replacement for Labinot Haliti. The 34-year-old has played for a string of sides since leaving the Jets in 20-13. While Griffiths was enjoying the weather in the Hunter today, he’ll soon head to Hong…
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JETS SAY DAVID CARNEY IS GOING NOWHERE
Jets management say they’ve had no enquiries about David Carney, despite reports a Qatari club is interested in poaching him. The former Socceroo is concentrating on preparing for Melbourne City this Sunday.
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JETS SKIPPER ON TRACK FOR RETURN
The Jets look set to receive a major boost, with injured skipper Nigel Boogaard returning to the training paddock this morning. Coaching staff say his inclusion in the starting 11 would provide the lift the side needs, following the loss to Sydney FC.
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JETS SKIPPER ON TRACK TO RETURN
Jets skipper, Nigel Boogaard, is on track to return to the pitch this weekend, after completing a solid workout at training this morning. Boogaard was back running today, after suffering an ankle injury two weeks ago. Coach Scott Miller predicted last week he would return for this Sunday’s clash against Melbourne City. And it’s set…