In a recent eventful press conference, Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe showed his strong anticipation for the upcoming Premier League 18th round home match against Aston Villa. He began by disclosing his team's injury situation, revealing that Willock is in a solid condition and Pope is recovering well, however the exact time of his return is still a mystery.
Talking about the upcoming matches, Eddie Howe said that Boxing Day fixtures are often full of sparks and his team is looking to shine at home. Facing strong rivals Villa, he commented that Villa's squad is as strong as a tiger, with a unique and well-trained style, which will be a test not to be underestimated. Looking ahead, Newcastle United will face Villa, Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur in consecutive matches, Eddie Howe is confident that the team can continue their current good form.
At the player management level, Eddie Howe revealed the team's Christmas plans, stating that the players will enjoy a period of vacation after a moderate training session. For the January preparation, he made it clear that he will focus on the performance of the existing players and strive to get every player in top competitive shape. At the same time, he also shared his personal Christmas customs and arrangements, and that he will still spend the holiday with his family, despite his career.
In addition, Eddie Howe spoke highly of Isaac, who has been in impressive form recently, saying that he is constantly improving and unpredictable, which makes him a headache for opponents. As for Jacob Murphy, Eddie Howe praised his unselfishness and team spirit as an integral part of the team. Under Eddie Howe's leadership, Newcastle United is heading towards greater heights and is looking forward to creating more glory in the coming matches.
