SANDRO TONALI STANDS UP FOR EDDIE HOWE AFTER PLAYER RATINGS
Newcastle's Sandro Tonali gives Eddie Howe a '10 out of 10' rating, defending the head coach amid criticism. The midfielder credits Howe for his strong support on and off the pitch during his betting ban.
Sandro Tonali Praises Newcastle manager Eddie Howe Following Newcastle Performance - Photo Credit: Owen Humprheys/PA) (PA Wire
In response to criticism of Newcastle United's recent performances, Sandro Tonali has defended the manager, giving him a "10 out of 10" rating.
After their disheartening 3-1 loss at Brentford, Newcastle is currently in 14th place in the Premier League standings and has not won a league game away from home this season.
Given the incredible accomplishments of his first four years as Newcastle's manager, Howe has a lot of credit in the bank, but if the league form does not improve soon, there may be some valid concerns.
When Tonali spoke last week about his long-term future at Newcastle, he caused some concern, but there has never been any question about how highly the Italian international regards Howe.
Howe and Newcastle supported Tonali throughout his 10-month football suspension for violating betting regulations, and it has paid off as the 25-year-old has developed into one of the league's top midfielders.
It was therefore not shocking to see him honour the manager who has helped him grow since he joined from AC Milan in the summer of 2023.
Tonali told Newcastle's official website, "I think he is 10 out of 10 because he truly likes me on and off the pitch." "He gave me a lot of mental support during my first year because we practice mentally on the field every day and every week.
"In my opinion, he is an excellent gaffer. Whether you start the game, are on the bench, or are at home, every player in our group collaborates on the field every day.
"Every player is satisfied here, and the reason probably ends up with him, so I think this is fantastic."
DISASTER FOR NEWCASTLE: ANOTHER STRIKER WILLIAM OSULA SIDELINED WITH NEW INJURY
Newcastle's injury crisis deepens as striker William Osula withdraws from the Denmark squad. The news comes after Anthony Gordon's England withdrawal, depleting Eddie Howe's attacking options.
Newcastle lose another key striker William Osula - Photo Credit: Getty Images
Only a few days into the international break, Newcastle United has already faced another setback due to injuries.
Anthony Gordon recently pulled out of the England squad for the Magpies because of a hip injury, while Joelinton and Nick Pope have both been dealing with different problems lately.
As a striker withdraws from international service, Newcastle United faces yet another injury issue.
Given their busy future calendar, the Magpies will be hoping that important members of the squad can recover shortly after losing to Brentford before the November break.
Howe's team has 11 games left before the year ends, including a crucial matchup with Bayer Leverkusen in the UEFA Champions League and upcoming Premier League matches against Manchester United, Manchester City, and Chelsea.
Unfortunately, William Osula had to withdraw from Denmark's forthcoming international matches against Scotland and Belarus, as notified by the Danish FA.
Since neither his country nor his club have yet to clarify the extent of Osula's injury, Yussuf Poulsen has been called up to take his place.
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"Yussuf has a ton of experience and has already led Denmark to the European Championship and World Cup finals. When coach Brian Riemer announced Osula's injury, he stated, "He can impact games with his pressing, his presence in the box, and he is always willing to battle till the blood spurts, and that will be a decisive aspect for us."
Despite summer interest, Osula chose to stay at St. James' Park, particularly once it was revealed that Yoane Wissa would be out for a long time.
Although he has not played for his new team yet, the former Brentford player might make a comeback during the Africa Cup of Nations.
Nick Woltemade will be the only player leading the line for the Magpies over the coming months if the 29-year-old is called up by DR Congo, which could aggravate Howe even more.
KIERAN TRIPPIER ISSUES HEARTFELT APOLOGY AFTER NEWCASTLE FALL TO BRENTFORD AGAIN!
Kieran Trippier apologised to Newcastle fans after a 3-1 defeat to Brentford, their fifth Premier League loss this season. The captain admitted the team's away form is unacceptable and must improve.
Harvey Barnes of Newcastle United celebrates with teammates after scoring against Brentford - Photo Credit: Getty Images
After their Premier League loss to Brentford, Kieran Trippier expressed regret to the fans.
A dejected Kieran Trippier said, "We apologise," as he and his Newcastle United colleagues went out of the Gtech Community Stadium after losing 3-1 once more.
Eddie Howe's team suffered their fifth Premier League loss of the season on Sunday afternoon, thanks to goals from Kevin Schade and Igor Thiago. This came just seven days after they left the London Stadium with zero points and having conceded three goals without a response. Eddie Howe and his team once again left the Gtech Community Stadium grass after Brentford had beaten, battered, and bruised them, bringing back vivid memories of when they were undone eleven months ago as Storm Darragh tore through the United Kingdom.
The travelling party had a glimmer of hope after Harvey Barnes' opening, but that hope was dashed in the second period and replaced, like a phoenix from the flame, with a similar emotion that many of the travelling supporters felt had been firmly left behind them the previous week.
On Newcastle United's loss to Brentford, Kieran Trippier was sidelined due to illness last weekend, but his return to the starting lineup did not result in a turnaround in results. As one of this team's captains, Trippier faced questions after the match, especially about his team's road struggles: "I believe, first half, we did not particularly play fantastically." We entered at halftime ahead 1-0, but I do not believe either team did.
We have been working on it, but we all acknowledge that the away form is inadequate. We have not won away from home, and nobody is trying to hide that reality.
Perhaps the break has arrived at the ideal moment, but we acknowledge and apologise for the fans' long journey. Who knows? However, we have been in this predicament before, and we will undoubtedly recover completely.
After yet another defeat away from home this season, were there any abrasive remarks said in the dressing room?
Trippier answered, "I would not say any arguments or anything." We have all talked about it, and there are many seasoned players in the locker room.
"The manager has completely stamped it on by the leadership group as a whole. It is the players who must step up away from home, not the managers. That is all we as players can do.
"As players, we must accept responsibility, which we will do as I stand here today talking to you guys. There are no excuses since the record is excellent at home and poor away.
On the chin, we shall take it. We can only apologise to the fans, even though it is obviously not the ideal way to phrase it. The guys are giving it their all, that is all I have to say.
"The most important thing is to keep together because, as I mentioned in the dressing room after the previous game, I have never been in a better group," he continued.
"We will succeed. Simply click, and it will occur. Perhaps, as I have stated, the break has arrived at the ideal moment for us as a squad and as players.
After the game, Jamaal Lascelles, who has not played a game in more than a month and did not set foot on the field at Gtech Community Stadium on Sunday, also spoke to the media. Following his red card, Dan Burn was not allowed to speak due to Premier League regulations.