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Newcastle United vs Bournemouth: Read Eddie Howe's pre-match message
TL;DR
Eddie Howe emphasizes Newcastle United's focus and strengths ahead of their match against Bournemouth, highlighting the competitive nature of their recent encounters.
Key points
- Eddie Howe emphasizes Newcastle's strengths
- Bournemouth has shown quality this season
- Recent matches between Newcastle and Bournemouth have been competitive
- Newcastle is focused on delivering a strong performance
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Newcastle United vs Bournemouth: Read Eddie Howe's pre-match message
Under Andoni Iraola, Bournemouth have shown their quality this season, and their recent performance and result away at Arsenal underlines just how organised and dangerous they can be against any side.
But we know we know we can be too, and we are focused on delivering a performance that demonstrates our own decisive strengths and qualities today.
Our meetings with Bournemouth over recent seasons have generally been tight, competitive contests, not least in our FA Cup tie earlier this year, which went the distance. We know exactly the level of challenge they will bring today, and itās one we look forward to embracing.
Our focus this week has been on taking lessons forward and preparing to show the best version of ourselves in all aspects.
Against Crystal Palace last weekend, we didnāt do that enough for the full duration of the game, and the disappointment of coming up short was shared by all of us.
We put ourselves in a strong position, executed our plan well in the first half and led through Will Osula. However, games in the Premier League are decided by key moments, and we didnāt manage the closing stages as well as we needed to.
Thatās something weāve looked at honestly and constructively, because the standards we set ourselves demand better. We also have to use the negative emotions felt in defeat to strengthen our collective determination to respond in the right way.
Weāre pleased to have a strong group back together after the recent international fixtures, with players returning from injury adding competition and energy as we move into a crucial period. The feeling around the place has been positive, focused and together.
Q&A
What did Eddie Howe say about the upcoming match against Bournemouth?
Eddie Howe stressed the importance of showcasing Newcastle's strengths and acknowledged Bournemouth's quality and competitiveness.
How have Bournemouth performed this season under Andoni Iraola?
Bournemouth has demonstrated quality this season, notably with a strong performance against Arsenal.
What can we expect from the Newcastle vs Bournemouth match?
The match is expected to be tight and competitive, reflecting their recent encounters, including a close FA Cup tie earlier this year.
What are Newcastle United's strengths heading into the match?
Newcastle United aims to deliver a performance that highlights their decisive strengths and qualities against Bournemouth.
