Newcastle United news (Eddie Howe related)

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We asked for your thoughts after Saturday's Premier League game between Everton and Newcastle.

Here are some of your comments:

Newcastle fans

Paul: Defensively better but we didn’t convert our possession into goals. Gordon played well but missed a pen and a very easy chance. Only a point is disappointing. There’s no excuse for us not having adequate cover for Isak and Wilson as we spent very little in the past two transfer windows. Our transfer policy needs sorting out.

Andy: Against a combative Everton side it was always a tough ask of Gordon to keep playing the central striker role even with his pace. We are strongest in midfield rotation, surely Howe could use Joelinton as a hybrid forward when needed. A draw was a fair result, but had we won Everton could of had no complaints. Cohesive team performance with no end product.

Jon: Signs of continued progress from the City game - energetic, more fluid in midfield through Tonali, Joelinton and Bruno, and the press gave Everton trouble. But we lacked any real edge in the final third, and still look vulnerable on the counter. Poor summer transfer window - we're a forward and a defender short of competing where we want to.

Alex: Newcastle lack any sort of creativity from midfield. Not one player from the midfield three is able to take the game by the scruff and win the game themselves. Too much reliance on Isak/Gordon. Howe needs to figure out a way to get goals from midfield.


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Eddie Howe spoke to BBC Match of the Day after Newcastle's defeat to Brighton:

"I thought it was a good performance for the majority. We conceded with the first shot they had in the game. It's one of those moments where you go 'that sums football up'. That can happen sometimes when you're so dominant. One lapse in concentration cost us.

"I didn't feel we needed to totally rip up what we were doing. A goal looked like it was coming. The last 20 minutes was frustrating as we didn't put pressure on their goal. Credit to Brighton to the way we defended, but we're frustrated.

"We're going through a phase where we're not scoring, but the positive is we're creating chances.

"We can't feel sorry for ourselves, it's back to hard work on the training pitch."

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Newcastle forward Anthony Gordon reacts to signing a new long-term deal with the club:

"I just think the club's in a great place. Since the takeover it's just been up and up. Me and the gaffer are a perfect match in terms of style of play. I love it here.

"I'm very happy here, I like living here, the team is very suited to me - and I'm here to win a trophy. The short story is we need to win a trophy. Winning a trophy here would be unbelievable because the fans have waited so long. To be part of that team who finally does it is a massive goal of mine.

"We (my family and I) have always felt settled because Geordies are so easy-going and so welcoming, very easy to speak to and always want the best for you. It's a very easy place to come and live, I think. I feel very connected to everyone - teammates, fans and everyone involved."

Gordon - who was linked with a move to Liverpool during the summer - joined the Magpies in January 2023 and has made 74 appearances, scoring 15 goals and registering 11 assists.


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We asked for your immediate reaction to Anthony Gordon signing a new long-term deal with Newcastle.

Here are some of your comments:

Sandra: I am so glad that Antony Gordon has signed long term for Newcastle. He always plays well and often does a lot of work on the field with no acknowledgement for his hard work.

Cliff: It’s no surprise that Anthony loves it here. Every player who spends any time in Newcastle/Northumberland finds the slower pace of life ideal for them and their families. This is how you reward star players. In the past he would have been sold but the club now has a positive attitude and lofty goals, fully endorsed by fans and owners alike.

Jason: Glad Gordon is putting his future here. He is a good player hopefully he can turn into a great at the Toon.

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Newcastle manager Eddie Howe has been speaking to BBC Match of the Day following the defeat:

"I thought it was a really good game with two really good teams. We gave a lot to the match and contributed a lot, in terms of endeavour and attitude.

"I'm probably disappointed with the two goals we conceded, especially the second which we thought was self-inflicted, but we gave everything to try and get something."

On whether Newcastle deserved something: "I felt we did for the character shown in coming back. I thought there were a lot of positive things, a lot of very good football. I felt as though we were chasing the game, we were moments away from scoring at any moment."

On what is missing at the moment: "I think it is just the final bit in both boxes, where we didn't defend the two moments well enough and I felt we had enough positive actions to score more.

"Hopefully the goal will go a long way to ridding ourselves of that. No one can change it but us and we will continue to attack games and attack teams."

On whether their current run is emotionally draining: "I think you go through all types of cycles as a manager. You understand the difficult moments and you just have to ride through them knowing you'll come back again. The attitude of the players gives me the most heart and that is the most important thing."

On how many changes he can make for Wednesday's cup game against Chelsea: "We are probably not in the position where we can make as many as we would like. We will try and make the right decisions for both games. We want to try and go as far as we can."

Wednesday 30th October 2024 - League Cup - Last 16

Newcastle United 2 (Isak 23, Disasi 26 og) Chelsea 0

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Match report by Alex Brotherton, BBC Sport journalist

Newcastle United cruised past Chelsea to reach the Carabao Cup quarter-finals.

An Alexander Isak strike, quickly followed by an Axel Disasi own goal, were enough to avenge their 2-1 defeat against the same opponents in the Premier League on Sunday.

The game started at a frantic pace with Newcastle's Joelinton striking the post at one end before Renato Veiga's effort was deflected just wide at the other.

Swedish striker Isak, who had netted just twice this season, opened the scoring from close range in the 23rd minute after Sandro Tonali intercepted a loose pass just outside the penalty area.

The hosts doubled their advantage three minutes later when Joe Willock flicked on Isak's cross and Chelsea defender Disasi turned the ball into his own net.

Enzo Maresca's side struggled to cope with Newcastle's pressing and were fortunate to go into half-time with just a two-goal deficit.

Sean Longstaff thought he had headed in a third midway through the second half but the linesman's flag ruled it out for offside.

Chelsea enjoyed more of the ball after the break, but were left frustrated when Joao Felix poked wide when one on one with Nick Pope.

Substitute Noni Madueke made a decent impact, but boss Maresca, having left out Nicolas Jackson, also opted against introducing key man Cole Palmer from the bench.

Newcastle substitute William Osula came agonisingly close to a third goal, but his low drive eight minutes from time struck the foot of the post.

Newcastle have taken just 12 points from their opening nine Premier League games this season, but the crowd at St James' Park showed their appreciation following an impressive performance.

The 2022-23 Carabao Cup runners-up are looking to win a major domestic trophy for the first time since lifting the FA Cup in 1955.

Newcastle will face Brentford at St James' Park in the last eight, with the tie to take place during the week commencing 16th December.

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Newcastle 2-0 Chelsea- the fans' verdict

We asked for your views on Wednesday's EFL Cup match between Newcastle and Chelsea.

Here are some of your comments:

Geoff: Much needed win which we deserved. However some woeful finishing and wasted chances made it seem harder. Still lacking scorers. Sometimes tonight we were through on goal but incredibly missed the target. However a good win which should stand us in good stead for the season.

Mark: More like it from Newcastle. Good energy early on and great game management in the second half. Strong performances throughout and the Tonali-Longstaff midfield added solidity. Subs well timed to close out a faltering Chelsea comeback.

BC: A welcome victory but hardly a convincing performance. If you were awarded points for poor passing and lack of control we’d be world champions.

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Newcastle boss Eddie Howe has been speaking to BBC MOTD after today's game:

"You have to be really strong mentality and know results will turn if you continue to do the right things. It has been a difficult week with the fixtures but the players have done really well.

"There was a better feeling in training after the Chelsea win, as if pressure lifted slightly. Today's performance was built on hard, work , desire and a lot of really good defending in the second half. I thought we looked good."

On the winning goal: "I wouldn't say it is a trademark goal for Alex but really pleased to see it. Anthony can give you that on his natural right hand side and it was a great ball.

"It was always going to take a moment like that as it was a game of few chances."

On his side's performance: "It was 95 minutes of concentration and consistency in our attitude. We managed and controlled some very good players pretty well today.

"It's three points but it means so much because we hadn't won for a while in the Premier League. I'm sure it will do us the world of good."