The Run of Play is a blog about
the wonder and terror of soccer.

We left the window open during a match in October 2007 and a strange wind blew into the room.

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Kevin Keegan’s Quest to Win £8 Million in Damages from Newcastle Isn’t a Very Good Editor

Then: “Kevin Keegan is hoping for an emphatic victory with Newcastle United, which could have serious financial implications for the club.”

Now: “Kevin Keegan is hoping for an emphatic victory in his bitter legal dispute with Newcastle United owner Mike Ashley, which could have serious financial implications for the club.”

Of course, if they’re really going to sell the club this weekend, maybe Barry Moat will just hire him again…