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Howe Fires Back at 'Onslaught' Claims
2 Jan
Summary
- Manager refutes claims of surviving a Burnley onslaught.
- Howe questions the validity of "plan B" tactical discussions.
- Midfield control issues and Tonali's form are under review.
Eddie Howe has strongly contested the notion that his Newcastle side faced an "onslaught" during their recent 3-1 Premier League victory against Burnley. Responding to post-match criticism, Howe challenged the statistical interpretation of the game, asserting that his team also had significant attacking opportunities.
The Newcastle head coach defended his tactical flexibility, suggesting that an over-reliance on multiple "plan B" strategies could signal deficiencies in the primary game plan. Howe indicated that his team possesses various approaches within their established tactical framework and that the focus remains on executing their core strategy effectively.
Howe conceded that the team has experienced difficulties in controlling matches, especially in away fixtures, and highlighted instances of self-inflicted turnovers that allowed opponents back into games. He also noted that Sandro Tonali's consistency has dipped from his exceptional previous season, a factor the team is working to address.
