Our much improved Spanish left-back Jose Enrique has spoken today of how Newcastle United have yet to hit top gear.

Enrique, speaking to the Chronicle, says that the players are determined to put last season’s disappointment behind them. Despite drawing our last two home games, we are unbeaten at home.

But what more would the Toon fans expect? We have a squad that should walk this league. Forget about the comments last season saying we wouldn’t have the bottle for the Championship, we’ve already proven that we’re not just going to roll over. However, let’s not get ahead of ourselves, it’s not even Christmas yet.

Our position is promising. But we’ve heard from players before and how they’re going to do it for the fans – well, there comes to a point where the talking has to be done on the football field, where it matters the most. Lets hope the lads can keep the good run going and not let the boardroom shenanigans become distracting. Howay the Toon!