Newcastle goalkeeper Tim Krul insists he is not going to play second fiddle to Steve Harper for too long.

Not even Graham Onions could have held South Africa at bay this time. Not even Daryl Harper could be blamed for the most clinical of kills at the ‘Bullring’.

Match referee Roshan Mahanama defended television umpire Daryl Harper after a controversial decision during the fourth and final Test between South Africa and England.

Ask Steve Harper about his chances of a surprise, and very late, England World Cup call up and he has his quirky answer ready.He said last week: I have got three weeks in Florida booked in June! It would be amazing. If Fabio Capello wants to ring my kids

STEVE HARPER has been tipped as the answer to Fabio Capello’s keeper crisis

Newcastle goalkeeper Steve Harper is set to retain his place for the Championship clash with Watford after overcoming a back injury.

Newcastle United manager Chris Hughton praised the after their 10 win at Sheffield United.

Newcastle keeper Steve Harper has put their change in fortune down to the club’s summer trip to Ireland.

Steve Harper has hailed the impact caretaker boss Chris Hughton and his backroom team have had on Newcastle.

Newcastle goalkeeper Steve Harper is expected to return for the Championship game against Reading.