Steve Bruce on Fabian Schar: "I’m sure he could [play in midfield]. Newcastle's struggles in front of goal During the 2017/18 season, Newcastle scored 39 goals scored at a rate of 1.03 goals per game. However, despite Almiron's lack of goals, Bruce praised the 25-year-old's contribution and backed him to come good in front for goal. Get the fans back onsideAttendances have been dwindling at St James' Park in recent monthsThere were plenty of empty seats on show during Newcastle's draw with Brighton as the steady decline in attendances at St James' Park continued. Just 43,316 turned up to St James' Park.

Source: Sky sports September 28, 2019 12:22 UTC