Eddie Howe: Newcastle United Aims for a Memorable Finish with 10 Games Left
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Synopsis
Newcastle United, having won the Carabao Cup, now shifts focus to their last 10 league games, aiming for a top-four finish and Champions League qualification. Head coach Eddie Howe emphasizes the importance of moving on from past victories and maintaining momentum.
Key Takeaways
- Newcastle has 10 league games left.
- They are currently sixth in the Premier League.
- Only three points behind fourth-placed Chelsea.
- Head coach Howe stresses focus on future matches.
- Brentford previously defeated Newcastle 4-2 this season.
Newcastle, April 1 (NationPress) With the Carabao Cup secured, Newcastle United is now focusing on their final 10 matches in the league, aiming for a top-four finish and Champions League qualification. Currently sitting sixth in the Premier League, they trail fourth-placed Chelsea by just three points.
In anticipation of their match against Brentford on Thursday (IST), head coach Eddie Howe addressed the media regarding the significance of moving beyond their historic victory over Liverpool and concentrating on future challenges.
"We need to reset and reevaluate our objectives with a fresh perspective. It’s essential to put the Liverpool match behind us and focus on what lies ahead. We took advantage of the break, reflecting on our experiences from the Carabao Cup final, which turned out positively," Howe stated during the press conference.
"Now, we're eager to get back on the pitch. The season is still ongoing. Although the break felt prolonged, we’ve managed to deal with the emotional aftermath of the last game effectively. Our sights are set on the next match. We have 10 remaining fixtures, each offering us a fantastic opportunity to transform our Premier League journey into a remarkable one, akin to the cup final. We are excited and hopeful that the team feels reinvigorated and confident," he added.
On Thursday, they face Brentford, who previously triumphed over Newcastle with a 4-2 win at the Gtech Community Stadium on December 7. Following that defeat, the Geordies have secured victories in nine out of their last 13 league matches. Howe reflected on that encounter, highlighting it as a turning point for the team's season.
"That was a tough day for us. It served as a catalyst for regrouping and altering our season's trajectory. We enjoyed a strong winning streak following that game. We thoroughly analyzed our performance, recognizing Brentford as a formidable opponent. We played them on our road to the Carabao Cup final, and it was another challenging fixture.
"Thomas Frank has done an excellent job with them. They excel in set pieces, and their away performance is notably strong. They are a high-scoring team, making this a very challenging match," he concluded.
