Eddie Howe, Newcastle's Coach, Diagnosed with Pneumonia; Misses Matches Against Crystal Palace & Aston Villa
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Synopsis
Eddie Howe, head coach of Newcastle United, has been diagnosed with pneumonia and will miss upcoming matches against Crystal Palace and Aston Villa. Assistant coaches Jason Tindall and Graeme Jones will lead the team in his absence. The club wishes Howe a speedy recovery as he remains hospitalized.
Key Takeaways
- Eddie Howe is diagnosed with pneumonia.
- Assistant coaches Jason Tindall and Graeme Jones will manage the team.
- Newcastle United remains in strong contention for a UEFA Champions League spot.
- Howe expressed gratitude to supporters and NHS staff.
- Newcastle's winning streak continues under the assistant coaches.
Newcastle, April 14 (NationPress) Newcastle United has announced that head coach Eddie Howe is suffering from pneumonia, which has kept him absent from the club for the past week, including during the remarkable 4-1 victory over Manchester United, after his hospitalization.
In his absence, assistant coaches Jason Tindall and Graeme Jones will take charge of the team for the upcoming matches against Crystal Palace and Aston Villa.
“Newcastle United is pleased to confirm that Eddie Howe is currently recovering in the hospital after being diagnosed with pneumonia. The club extends its best wishes and support to Eddie and his family during his recovery,” the club’s statement read.
“Jason Tindall and Graeme Jones will manage the team against Crystal Palace and Aston Villa this week, with additional updates to follow,” the statement continued.
Eddie Howe has gained immense popularity as a manager after guiding Newcastle United to the 2025 Carabao Cup title, and the team is in a strong position to secure a spot in the UEFA Champions League, currently sitting fourth, just a point behind third-placed Nottingham Forest.
The English manager shared a message with supporters through the Newcastle United website, expressing gratitude for their kind wishes.
“I want to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone involved with Newcastle United and the broader football community for your messages and warm wishes. They have truly meant a lot to me and my family,” he said.
“I also wish to acknowledge the exceptional work of our NHS and the hospital staff who have cared for me. I am deeply thankful for the specialized treatment I’m receiving, and after a period of recovery, I eagerly anticipate returning as soon as possible.”
A stellar performance from Harvey Barnes, who scored twice, along with goals from midfielders Sandro Tonali and Bruno Guimaraes, allowed Newcastle to extend their winning streak against Manchester United to five games at St James Park. Tindall spoke on Howe's absence after the match.
“I received a message from him after the game, congratulating the team on their performance. He managed to watch it, and I’m certain that type of performance would have brought a smile to his face. We definitely miss him when he’s not here. Eddie is one of the best in the business. He’s greatly missed, but we hope to have him back soon,” he remarked.
“It’s a testament to our outstanding group of players. We have a fantastic squad with numerous strong leaders and characters. When the manager is absent, those players need to rise to the occasion, and they certainly did today. Credit to them for delivering,” he added.
