GOODBYE, FAST EDDIE The idea that a public show of support carries little real value has been a familiar football cliché for years. Until now, however, few would have imagined that the same principle might apply when the backing came from Jonjo Shelvey—a man with such strong views about fairness that he once accused Alex […]
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Looking at the bigger picture, it is difficult to ignore the changes taking place at Newcastle, regardless of how anyone feels about them. Despite the club’s public statements, the overall direction is clearly no longer the same. The club is undergoing a transformation, with the owners’ objectives, ambitions and recruitment policy appearing significantly different from […]
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Newcastle manager Eddie Howe is reportedly preparing to depart the club immediately. Howe faced growing scrutiny last season after Newcastle ended their Premier League campaign in 12th place, having suffered 17 defeats across 38 matches. The 48-year-old’s last game at the helm was Wednesday’s pre-season friendly, which ended in a 4-1 loss to Bristol City. […]
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Eddie Howe has stepped down as Newcastle United’s head coach after nearly five years at St James’ Park and 231 matches in charge. His departure follows Wednesday night’s 4-1 pre-season friendly loss to Bristol City at Ashton Gate. After the match, Howe suggested further developments could be on the horizon. Asked about his confidence before […]
Continue ReadingThe midfield at Newcastle has been diminished following Sandro Tonali’s exit, with the player moving to Tottenham this month in a transfer that could reach £100m. Subsequently, young midfielders Sean Steur and Aladji Bamba were brought in from Ajax and Monaco respectively. The match on Saturday arrived too early for Bamba, whose transfer was confirmed […]
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