Time to wrap things up, then. Thanks to all those who wrote in. The last word goes to Ryan Price, who got some insight on the origins of the term “stonewall” from Martin in Zürich. “Tell Martin to email me, I live in Zürich too.” Football live blogs, forging friendships since 2022.
Here’s Louise Taylor’s report from St James’ Park, for those looking for some extra reading.
Here’s another stat which makes grim reading for Chelsea. This is the first time they have lost three games on the bounce in all competitions since 2002 (excluding matches decided by penalty shootout).
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