Euro 2024 is the talk of the town, with goals galore and enthralling games from day one. That is if you discount England who, in typical fashion, have flattered to deceive.
The Three Lions stumbled into the knockout stages with a drab 0-0 draw against Slovenia. That did little to dispel fears about how far England can progress into the tournament.
As for Newcastle United supporters, they caught a first glimpse of Anthony Gordon. Gareth Southgate gave the Toon winger just two minutes plus stoppage time despite pleas from fans for him to start.
How many former Newcastle stars can you remember? And what about the current crop? NewcastleWorld has profiled the 10 best Toon players at the tournament - and ranked them in quality.
1. Anthony Gordon
The irony of the highest-ranked player on this list being benched throughout the tournament so far. Gordon was given just two minutes by Gareth Southgate against Slovenia - despite pleas from England supporters. | Getty Images
2. Mikel Merino
The one that got away. He played just 25 times for Newcastle before moving to Real Sociedad - where he has become a Champions League and Spain regular. | Getty Images
3. Fabian Schar
A Rolls-Royce of a centre-back. Schar will play against Italy in the last 16. He could play for any of the "bigger" nations. | Getty Images
4. Kieran Trippier
Deputising at left-back, Trippier looks set to feature as long as England are in the competition as Luke Shaw appears no closer to an injury return. | Getty Images