Legends React: Barcelona Humiliation, Sunderland Heartbreak & Eddie Howe’s Future

Host Andy Jaye is joined by three Newcastle United club icons for a no-holds-barred emergency debrief: lifelong Toon stalwart Rob Lee, Peruvian wing wizard Nolberto Solano, and Entertainers-era hero John Beresford.

In the wake of two devastating results — the heavy Champions League defeat to Barcelona and the even more painful loss to local rivals Sunderland — the legends pull no punches as they dissect the current state of the team. Expect honest, passionate discussion on defensive collapses, lack of intensity, squad issues, and the psychological impact of back-to-back humiliations.

The big question dominating the conversation: What now for Eddie Howe? The panel weighs up his future at St. James’ Park, tactical decisions, squad needs, and whether the head coach has reached a critical point in his tenure.

With decades of dressing-room experience between them, Rob Lee, Nobby Solano, and John Beresford deliver raw Geordie insight, nostalgia, banter, and straight-talking analysis like only true club legends can. This is classic Adopted Geordies — full of heart, frustration, hope, and that unbreakable “Howay the Lads” spirit.

Tune in for the ultimate fan podcast take on where Newcastle United go from here.

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Episode 32 of Adopted Geordies is a must-listen for Toon fans, headlined by NUFC legend Nikos Dabizas.

Host Andy Jaye is joined by club icon Rob Lee, ex-Newcastle Women captain Amber Keegan Sobbs, and comic/historian Raul Kohli to react to the gut-wrenching Champions League exit in Barcelona.

The star turn comes from Nikos Dabizas, the beloved Greek defender who made over 130 league appearances for Newcastle, scoring 11 goals including that iconic winner in the 2002 Tyne-Wear derby. He shares amazing, untold dressing-room stories from his time at St. James’ Park under Sir Bobby Robson and beyond—pure nostalgia and insight.

And, of course, team turn their fire to the massive upcoming Tyne-Wear derby clash against arch-rivals Sunderland at St. James’ Park. With bragging rights, pride, and a chance to bounce back on the line in this Premier League showdown, expect heated debates, predictions, banter, and plenty of Geordie spirit as they preview what could be a pivotal moment in the season.

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It’s a full house on this week’s Adopted Geordies! Host Andy Jaye is joined by Geordie legend Rob Lee, former Newcastle United Women’s captain Amber Keegan Stobbs, and the one and only Newcastle Brown Male Raul Kohli — and this week, YOU’RE setting the agenda.

The team dives deep into your burning questions, plus reacts to the pulsating 1-1 draw at St James’ Park — a result that keeps Eddie Howe’s side firmly in the hunt for Champions League football. Drama, debate, laughs and passion.

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Adopted Geordies Episode 30! Host Andy Jaye & NUFC legend Rob Lee are joined by special guest Aaron Hughes—the rock-solid former Magpies defender and Northern Ireland international who gave everything for the black and white stripes.

Expect laughs, classic Toon tales, behind-the-scenes stories from St. James’ Park days, and plenty of passion for all things Newcastle United. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or an adopted Geordie like Andy, this one’s pure energy—get ready to Howay the Lads!

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Next up on Adopted Geordies: Another Geordie legend steps up! Host Andy Jaye and Newcastle icon Rob Lee welcome versatile hero Steve Watson.

The Wallsend lad who made history as Newcastle United’s youngest-ever debutant at just 16, bursting onto the scene in 1990. He went on to become a key part of the Entertainers era—reliable right-back/midfielder with flair, goals (including that memorable Anfield winner), and over 200 appearances in black and white.

Steve shares tales from his record-breaking start, life under Keegan in the thrilling 90s campaigns, big moments at St. James’, and more from his Toon journey.

Expect nostalgia, laughs, and pure passion. Another must-listen with Newcastle royalty!

Adopted Geordies: Embracing the Toon, no NE1 postcode required

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Next up on Adopted Geordies: A proper Geordie hero joins the show! Host Andy Jaye and Newcastle legend Rob Lee welcome Wallsend-born Entertainers icon Lee Clark.

The local lad who rose through the ranks to star in Kevin Keegan’s thrilling 90s side—flair, goals, and pure passion—helping drive the Magpies to those unforgettable runners-up finishes.

Lee shares stories from the glory days at St. James’, life as a proud Toon boy in black and white, the magic of the Entertainers era, and more from his career.

Expect laughs, memories, and classic Geordie fire. Don’t miss this one—pure Newcastle royalty!

Adopted Geordies: Embracing the Toon, no NE1 postcode required.

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Episode 27 on Adopted Geordies – a proper Geordie legend steps into the hot seat!

Actor, presenter, lifelong Newcastle United die-hard, local hero Robson Green joins host Andy Jaye and club icon Rob Lee for an unmissable chat all about the Toon.

From childhood memories on the terraces and the black-and-white blood running through his veins, to his hopes for the future under the new era, Robson opens up about what Newcastle United truly means to him – the highs, the heartbreaks, and why the club will always be in his DNA.

Expect laughs, proper passion, and a few classic Toon tales as three generations of Newcastle love collide.

Whether you’re a lifelong Mag or an adopted Geordie yourself, this one’s pure black-and-white gold.

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Rob Lee & Andy Jaye welcome Peru’s finest, the wing wizard himself Mr Nolberto Solano. Nobby shares many stories from his playing days at NUFC and also discusses his amazing new career. PLUS, Amber Keegan Stobbs shares her player profile of the week and Raul Kohli previews Man City with Instagram star Prime Mutton. #NewcastleUnited #NUFC

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