The Athletic FC Podcast Are Newcastle over Isak already?
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Oct 22, 2025 Chris Waugh, a keen football journalist, delves into Newcastle United's tumultuous season post-Alexander Isak, exploring their new signing Nick Woltemade's unexpected impact. Oli Kay, a tactical expert, discusses the wingers' key roles in recent matches and the challenges faced by Isak at Liverpool. They address Newcastle's recruitment strategies, including a focus on data and retaining core players. The podcast also touches on Nick Pope's standout performances and the pressing questions surrounding the club's trajectory in elite competitions.
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Wingers Shine In Europe, League Creation Lags
- Newcastle's Champions League form highlights winger output while Premier League creation lags behind.
- The team must translate winger momentum from Europe into domestic chance creation to improve league standing.
Pope's Unusual Assist And Defensive Form
- Nick Pope provided his first professional assist with a long clearance that led to a Harvey Barnes finish.
- Pope also made two crucial saves and has kept seven clean sheets in 12 games this season.
Isak's Exit Changed Newcastle's Attack
- Alexander Isak's exit forced Newcastle to reshape their entire attacking structure around a different profile.
- Nick Woltemade demands deeper support and new movement patterns rather than the old Isak-focused build.