From The Geordies:-
"Accrington Stanley should take a bow for their approach to the game. Their play belied their lowly league status and they can be proud that they really took this one to the wire. Without the interventions of Tim Krul, the scoreline could have been a lot different.
Their supporters too, should be complimented for the constant noise throughout and for a particularly pleasant gesture in hanging a Sir Bobby Robson flag up in tribute. That kind of welcome doesn't always occur when the big boys come to town.
And so Newcastle make their way into the 3rd round draw for the Carling Cup. Most people connected to the club feel concentration on the league is paramount. But after such a long wait for silverware, the romantics amongst the supporters are surely already dreaming of a trip to Wembley?
Krul 9, R Taylor 7, Ferguson 7, Tavernier 6, Kadar 8, LuaLua 8, Donaldson 7, Vuckic 6, Ranger 8 Ameobi 6, Lovenkrands 6
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