release a statement saying they are disappointed about The Suns untrue article about Hatem Ben Arfa. 4 May 2013: Newcastle take another away beat, this time a 0–0 draw at West Ham despite Cissé having a shot which may have gone in cleared off the line by Winston Reid. After the match, Pardew responded to The Suns article about Ben Arfa. 9 May 2013: The Journal report that Steve Harper may have to wait until the following season for his testimonial and they mention it might be against Rangers. 10 May 2013: Moussa Sissoko and Shola Ameobi are both ruled out for the rest of the season. 12 May 2013: Newcastle's survival is mathematically confirmed with a 2–1 win at already-relegated Queens Park Rangers. Loïc Rémy, who almost moved to the Magpies, opened the scoring from the penalty spot for QPR before Ben Arfa equalized from another penalty. Gouffran then benefited from QPR keeper Robert Green's poor clearance to put the Magpies in front. Rob Elliot's red card late on meant Steve Harper could come on, it also meant he would be able to play his last match against Arsenal. 19 May 2013: Newcastle's last match of the season, at home to Arsenal, sees the Gunners win 1–0 through Laurent Koscielny's volley and confirm their Champions League spot for next season. The defeat sees Alan Pardew's team drop to 16th, though they had the consolation of finishing above local rivals Sunderland. In the 37th minute, the fans do a minute's applause for retiring goalkeeper Steve Harper. Club Team kit Puma supplied the team kits. The new Home kit was debuted on 13 July during a pre-season friendly against German Third Division side Chemnitzer FC, and went on sale on 1 August, as did the third kit. The shirt sponsor was Virgin Money. Coaching staff Statistics Appearances and goals Last updated on 19 May 2013. Top scorers Cards Accounts for all competitions. Last updated on 19 May 2013. Players First team squad Reserves The following players did not appear for the first team this season. Youth team The following players made most of their appearances for the youth team this season, but may have appeared for the reserves. Transfers In Total spending: ~ £25,900,000 Out Total income: ~ £12,000,000 Loans out Competitions Overall Pre-season Guadiana Trophy Premier League League table Results summary Results by round Premier League FA Cup Football League