Newcastle news: Fan view – Champions League – ‘Let’s get it done’

It is hard to write anything about Newcastle United other than – are we really going to get back into the Champions League again?

The second time in three years? And in the same year we broke our trophy drought too? Ambassador, you are spoiling us!

But to go past that initial excitement, with two games to go we need three points. Not a given, but much closer since we got under Chelsea’s skin and took three off them this weekend (and had one of their players sent off). It also seems like we as fans share this goal with players. Sandro Tonali, our star midfielder this season, has done another interview this week with the club’s media in which he stresses the importance of the Champions League – even going as far to say that he doesn’t want Conference League football.

I like that mentality. I like the idea that we’re allowed to say what we want, and what we don’t want, and not feel ungrateful for whatever we do get. I want my team to win. I want my players to be class, and to love being here. I want those glorious European nights at St James’ Park – atmospheres that envelop you and leave you almost dizzy leaving the ground having watched your team smash PSG 4-1.

I also like the idea that we remain an attractive club to stay at for some of our best players. I am not ready to see Tonali leave Newcastle. I feel so lucky almost every time I get to watch him play. I’d love to see more players like him head our way, confident they can play in Europe and win cups.

Regardless of what happens, this has been Newcastle’s best season in the modern era. Two more games to go. Let’s get it done.

Find more from Charlotte Robson at the True Faith: Newcastle United Podcast