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Will Leon Best get the nod ahead of Shola Ameobi?

March 2nd, 2011 | 33 Comments |

Newcastle's Leon Best in a face mask
Leon Best doing a Shola Ameobi impersonation?
Shola Ameobi may be able to return to Newcastle United’s starting XI this weekend after being fitted with a face mask, but how does he compare to Leon Best now?

Leon Best has made the most of his opportunity to lead the forward line, having put in 5 goals in 8 league games since his first full start in the 5-0 victory over West Ham.

Opinion seems to be mixed as to whether he has the ability to figure as a first choice striker in the long term, but most would agree that he has improved recently, which is understandable because players need more than occasional games or substitute appearances to find their form.

The bemasked Shola is allegedly in contention for the Everton game this weekend, but will he get the nod over Best?

Well, Alan Pardew clearly rates Best and recently said:

“Leon Best had his best game for us so far against Bolton.

“He didn’t score, but he was terrific. (more…)