Jack Colback was buzzing after his debut at St.James’ Park but kept his feet on the ground when he said Newcastle need to up their game every week.

Was the Manchester City match a sign of better things to come and are there some positive surprises awaiting us in the squad?

Writer Dean Wilkins wonders how United ended up with that bench against City when the Newcastle squad is supposedly now so strong.

Remy Cabella loved the atmosphere and looks forward to building on the Manchester City game, one in which he believes United ‘didn’t embarrass ourselves’.

Writer Kevin Christie looks beyond the bare scoreline from the Newcastle United v Manchester City match and finds 5 big talking points.

Full Alan Pardew interview with BBC after Newcastle United v Manchester City final whistle – video special.

Writer Rob Higgins was encouraged by Newcastle’s overall performance but worried by Fabricio Coloccini’s continued presence.

Alan Pardew says when he’s hot, Remy Cabella will create a lot of chances – against City he may not have been at boiling point but warmed fans’ hearts.

Fans today will come together to welcome the new football season and in particular, celebrate the memory of fellow fans Liam Sweeney and John Alder.

Alan Pardew claims that his new look team is ready to deliver a ‘brand of football’ not seen by Newcastle fans for months.