I think comparing himself with Sir Bobby is pushing the boat out, but at least he has a smile on his face after a superb month of results.
Alan Pardew talking to BT Sports: "This is Newcastle and you have to take note that there are real highs.
"I think Bobby Robson said the highs are massive here and the lows are equally as low.
"He needed a tin hat at times, I need a tin hat at times but when the good times come this is as good a city to be in as any.
"Losing Gabriel Obertan was real blow because he has been outstanding.
"It looks like he's got a bad injury so we're all really disappointed for him."