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Here are the latest Newcastle United evening headlines on Monday, June 6.
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'Mentality' boosts Brazil's World Cup chances, says manager Tite
Brazil manager Tite said his team's "mentality" can make the difference at the World Cup, after they broke down a stubborn Japan in a 1-0 friendly win in Tokyo on Monday. Neymar broke the deadlock from the penalty spot in the 77th minute, but only after Japan had frustrated Brazil with a dogged defensive effort. Tite expects to encounter similar resistance at the World Cup in Qatar and he took heart from the way his team continued to plug away against Japan.
Newcastle United reportedly join race for Empoli midfielder as Magpies battle Milan giants
Newcastle United have joined the race to sign Empoli midfielder Kristjan Asllani this summer. That is according to journalist Alfredo Pedulla, via Sport Witness, who also claims that Serie A giants AC Milan and Inter Milan are two other clubs keen on Asllani.
Neymar strikes from penalty spot to see off Japan
Neymar's penalty 13 minutes from time earned Brazil a 1-0 win over fellow World Cup qualifiers Japan at Tokyo's National Stadium on Monday as the Paris St Germain striker moved to within three goals of Pele's all-time national scoring record.
Neymar trains for Japan friendly with one eye on Pele's record - in pictures
Neymar showed once again that he is an integral member of the Brazilian side as he scored the 72nd and 73rd goals of his international career during a 5-1 friendly thrashing of South Korea in Seoul last week.
'Somebody needs to take a punt on him' - Journalist urges PIF to secure 'huge' Newcastle signing
Journalist Lee Davey has urged Newcastle United to make a move for Seko Fofana while speaking on the Loaded Mag YouTube channel.