Is Isak the Best in the World Right Now!?💥

PLUS: Dubravka drops major hint about his future at the club as Pope prepares his return 🧤

January 08, 2025

👋 Gimme a striker form Sweden… it’s hard not to get excited about Newcastle’s incredible form right now - and much of that is down to one man.

But is our man Isak the the best striker in the league right now?

In this weeks Pitch Notes 👇

  • 🔥 Why Isak is being recognised as the “best striker in the premier league right now”

  • 🏆 Historic FA Cup clash ahead as Newcastle face first-ever meeting with Bromley

  • 🧤 Dubravka drops major hint about his future at the club as Pope prepares his return

📣 THE MAIN STORY

Isak is in sensational form but is he the best in the league? 🔥

The stats certainly seem to back up the claims - Isak has been unstoppable, scoring 13 Premier League goals this season, with an incredible 12 of those coming in his last 12 appearances.

He’s now the third Newcastle player in history to score in seven consecutive league games, joining Alan Shearer and Joe Willock in the record books.

In terms of league stats, only Erling Haaland and Mo Salah have more Premier League goals this season than Isak - but it’s not just the goals that set him apart.

Pundits and players have been raving about his all-around play - with Ally McCoist calling him the "best all-around center-forward in the league" and Jamie Carragher declaring him "the best striker in the Premier League right now."

Isak himself remains humble, focusing on the team’s success rather than personal accolades. He’s praised his teammates and emphasized the importance of collective effort.

"It's a team thing. I'm looking at the players that are playing - everyone looks strong and confident. That's a big reason why we're doing well. When you win, you gain confidence"

Alexander Isak

After a challenging start in the Premier League due to injuries, Isak is now fully settled and thriving as the centrepiece of Newcastle’s attack.

With a his outstanding close control, scintillating pace and clinical finishing, it’s no wonder the world is taking notice.

The Stats on Isak’s Incredible Form:

  • 🔥 13 Premier League goals this season, 12 in his last 12 games.

  • 🏟️ Third Newcastle player to score in 7 consecutive PL games.

  • ⚽ 25 Premier League goals in 2024, second only to Alan Shearer’s record of 27 in 2002.

  • 🤝 13 goals, 4 assists in 18 matches this PL season.

🤔 TOON TRIVIA

True or False: Alexander Isak has scored in more than 50% of his appearances for Newcastle United?

Read to the end to find the answer.

⏩ THE WEEK AHEAD

FA Cup Preview: A First Time Fixture vs Bromley 🏆

Newcastle kicks off their FA Cup campaign on Sunday at 3 pm, taking on Bromley at home in what will be the first-ever meeting between the two sides.

It's a historic moment for Bromley, who have never reached this stage of the competition before or faced a top-flight opponent in a competitive match.

For Newcastle, the stats are in our favour, having lost just one of our last 16 FA Cup ties against teams from the fourth tier or lower.

However, with a packed schedule over the Christmas period, Eddie Howe is likely to shake up the squad, offering the youngsters a chance to shine.

Transfer Window Update 🔄

As we enter the second week of the transfer window, Eddie has made it clear that Newcastle will be active but strategic.

Speaking about the club's plans, Howe emphasized the importance of finding the right players who can make an immediate impact, given the squad's past injury struggles.

With the January window notoriously difficult for deals, we'll need to balance our ambitions with smart decision-making to strengthen the team for a crucial second half of the season.

📰 IN OTHER NEWS

  • 🧤 Dubravka Drops Exit Hint: Dubravka has hinted at a Newcastle exit, with Saudi news outlet claiming Al-Shabab have agreed a deal to sign him, as he reflects on his seven years at the club: “I feel my phase is slowly coming to an end”.

  • 🚨 Retro Classic Alert - The iconic 95-97 Adidas home shirt is back and available to Mags+ Members from today! General sale starts tomorrow at 9am - check it out here!

  • 🔙 Nick Pope Injury Update: Nick Pope is back on the grass and set for a return from his knee injury, following a positive update from Eddie Howe. Despite missing six games, Howe is hopeful Pope will soon be back to full fitness.

👋 Thanks for reading, thats all for this week - you can catch up on anything you might have missed over on our website. 

P.S. The answer to Toon Trivia is true - Isak has score 50 goals in 89 appearances so far, a rate of over 56%!