Shearer urges Newcastle to kick on from improved Chelsea showing

Newcastle United legend Alan Shearer believes Steve McClaren's side can now look forward after a much-improved display on the weekend.

The under-fire Magpies drew 2-2 at home with reigning Premier League champions Chelsea on Saturday and although it was not the win the club is searching for, Shearer is of the belief that the confidence instilled in the playing group after such a performance can have a positive effect on all involved.

"It's been a hard thing to take as probably their two best performances this season have been against Manchester United and Chelsea," he said.

"Their worst performances were against Watford and Sheffield Wednesday which it doesn't take a genius to work out.

"So I am hoping that after that game last weekend, which the players can take confidence from, they can move forward and win a game now."