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EDDIE HOWE SENDS STERN MESSAGE AFTER NEWCASTLE’S FLAT DISPLAY AT BRIGHTON

Eddie Howe made a brutal double substitution at halftime, hooking Joelinton and Anthony Elanga after a poor first-half display in Newcastle's 2-1 loss at Brighton.

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A poor first-half performance left Newcastle United with too much work to do as they lost at Brighton on Saturday.

On the South Coast, both Joelinton and Anthony Elanga appeared unwell, and Eddie Howe brutally double-changed them at Amex Stadium.

After a shaky start to the game, Howe has mentioned a "shake-up" at halftime and seems happier with his players' reaction. Since the first tactics did not work out, the head coach had been pacing the technical area for the whole of the opening session.

Due to Newcastle's slow start in several areas of the pitch, the £95 million worth of talent was removed and replaced with new players. In his post-match media obligations following the game, Howe was forthright in his judgment, albeit in his customary calm manner.

Howe was eager to get new legs on, and the players were informed at the half that it had been far from good enough. "We are tremendously dissatisfied with the first half performance," the United manager stated.

"It was difficult to see the last 30 minutes as we faded. We did not play well for thirty minutes in the first half, in my opinion.

"We had a strong start to the first half and appeared to be in a terrific position at first, but we then faltered. We ended up spending a lot of time in transition because we were careless with the ball during that first period. Since I was not pleased with the first half, I believe it was necessary to try to invigorate the team and bring fresh vitality to the pitch.

Despite the 2-1 loss, it is believed that Howe did not read the riot act to his players after the game, despite his harsh statements at halftime. Given the short turnaround before the Benfica match, Howe will hold off on making any more assessments. The normally cool-headed boss would rather wait for the dust to settle before speaking.

Even though he was disappointed with the result, Howe was much delighted with the performance after the interval. "We were a lot more like ourselves and much better in the second half, and we are really unhappy to lose in the end," he remarked.

"With the adjustments we made in the second half, we performed a lot better and more like ourselves, in my opinion."

It will be crucial for Newcastle to recover quickly to play Benfica on Tuesday night. Before Monday's full training, the players will undergo a recuperation session.

DISCIPLINARY BLOW: MADRID PLAYER SUSPENDED POST EL CLáSICO TUSSLE

Real Madrid's backup keeper Andriy Lunin has been handed a one-game suspension by the RFEF for his aggressive conduct on the bench during the heated final moments of El Clásico. Real Madrid's appeal was rejected.

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El Clásico Scuffle - Photo Credit Getty Images

Los Blancos' goalie Andriy Lunin has been suspended for one game by the RFEF Disciplinary Committee for his involvement in the sideline dramas during the El Clásico's final moments. Although the cameras did not catch it, referee Soto Grado did record that he had sent the Ukrainian off.

According to Mundo Deportivo, the RFEF responded as follows when asked why Lunin received a red card.

The reason for Lunin, Andrii's expulsion in the 90th minute was that he had to be restrained by his teammates after he walked aggressively from his bench to the blonde bench.

The disciplinary committee of the RFEF


"When considered significant, those whose behaviour violates sporting order will be suspended for four to ten games or fined between 602 and 3,006 euros."

Because of Lunin's actions, which constituted a minor violation of the sporting order, he was suspended for one game. The ruling had been challenged by Real Madrid. However, the RFEF stayed steadfast, defending the referee's ruling and the evidence in the match report and on film.

Now, the backup goalie will not play against Valencia this weekend, where he is probably going to be benched. Fran Gonzalez and Sunico, both from the youth team, might be called up as the matchday squad's third choice, with Sergio Mestre serving as a backup.

No Barcelona players or any other Real Madrid players were slapped with bans following the two flash moments in the closing stages of the game. When Vinicius Jr. and Lamie Yamal argued, even players who were not on the team were spotted shoving on the side of the field. The RFEF, however, determined that nothing that came to pass would justify further prohibitions.

ARSENAL STAR DROPS CONFIDENT TITLE HINT AFTER STRONG OPENING

Arsenal star Bukayo Saka is targeting a historic Premier League and World Cup double with England this season. The winger believes it's a "doable" feat as the Gunners lead the title race.

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Bukayo Saka - (Image: David Price/Arsenal FC)

According to Bukayo Saka, it is feasible for Arsenal and England to win both games this season. The season has started well for the Gunners under Mikel Arteta's leadership.

Arsenal leads the Premier League standings by four points at the moment and is starting to look like a title contender. Manchester City is only one point ahead of defending champions Liverpool, who are seven points behind.

Saka, however, is not only interested in winning at his club; he also hopes to succeed internationally. Manager Thomas Tuchel has stated that winning the trophy is his ambition for England, who have qualified for the World Cup in the USA next year.

Saka is optimistic about his club's and his nation's chances of winning. "Yeah, that is my prayer," he remarked in an interview with Sky Sports. It is possible, of course.

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