Michael Walker

@SimonBird_ Good, good luck, Simon. Such a poor decision, one revealing a lack of appreciation for Simon's experience as well as his abilities, and a lack of care for the North-east. Will look worse with every #NUFC #SAFC & #MFC win.

1. Last game at St James’ Park today for the Daily Mirror after 24 years coverage: 50 managers @ NE clubs, 35 countries reported in, brilliant colleagues and friends. The game was fitting. 3-0 win, 3 red cards, a 20 man tunnel fight, beautiful goals! #nufc

Just been refused access to a london bus

The last time Manchester United were relegated.

The Championship's top three are separated by a point, Sunderland three back & the top eight are in the mix. Sheffield Utd are tipped as the team to beat but Leeds & Burnley will play their part. Managers & players assess the season so far & the race for the PL 📝 @mwalker2771

Photographs and memories: The Bosman of his day who wouldn’t be bought or sold dlvr.it/TH2f5N

From 'architecture of neglect' to 'modern cathedrals'. The evolution of British stadiums over the past 40 years 🏟️ 📝 @RSooty73 with @The_SimonInglis

Sheffield United Football Club is under new ownership. COH Sports, a group of successful entrepreneurs, business partners and friends, established to invest in sporting opportunities, is delighted to confirm the acquisition of the Blades.

It is nearly a year since Jordan Henderson ended his brief spell in Saudi Arabia to sign for Ajax. After a mixed reception on his arrival, the former Liverpool midfielder is winning hearts and minds on and off the pitch — he is crucial to Ajax's steady rebuild. ✍️ @mwalker2771

And of course @ArdsFC1900

George Eastham: the man who changed football. Huge footballer for Newcastle United, Arsenal, Stoke City and England. An honour to meet. nytimes.com/athletic/13742…

We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of trailblazer, George Eastham. Our captain from 1963-1966 during his six-year spell at Arsenal, George was also part of the 1966 World Cup-winning England squad. May he rest in peace ❤️

There’s a reason why people think things are falling apart . . .

On a train. They can’t get the ramp out of the cupboard because it’s jammed. They’re looking for another ramp so I can get off.

A memorable night in Vienna 🔥 #RoversInEurope

@noriordan Rapid weren’t quick enough.

Excellent point for Shamrock Rovers. Rapid Vienna coaching staff furious at a second ball being thrown onto the pitch when they were launching one last desperate attack. It seemed to have come from where some Rovers players not involved in matchday squad were sitting.

In October 1899, Hans Kamper placed an advert in a magazine to try to organise football matches in Barcelona. Weeks later, FC Barcelona were formed. Ahead of the anniversary, this is the remarkable story of Hans (Joan) Kamper. 📝 @dermotmcorrigan nytimes.com/athletic/59421…

In previous years, Celtic might already have been out of the Champions League after five matches. But the new format - and their own capacity for a comeback - means they are very much alive in the battle of the competition's middle classes. #CelticFC | #UCL ✍️ @mwalker2771

@thetrainline Thank you. I will show this to @LNER Let’s hope they’re understanding as this @ScotRail train has just been terminated at Easterhouse.

@mwalker2771 As your trip has been disrupted, you can travel on the next available service with the same operator. If you have a flexible ticket, you’re able to travel on more trains - more info here. > bit.ly/3KztnqW [1/2]

Cancelled @ScotRail train from Glasgow to Edinburgh after being told to go to platform. @thetrainline say no refund applies. Some system.

@thetrainline Thank you, Keith. Now on the slow train to Edinburgh as was told “it’s definitely going” as opposed to express train. Means connection to Newcastle on LNER (paid for) will be missed.

@mwalker2771 Hi Michael, were you able to reach Edinburgh with the original ticket on a different service or did you abandon the journey? Thanks, Keith