Eddie Howe Hospitalized, Jason Tindall Takes Charge for Newcastle

Newcastle United head coach Eddie Howe remains hospitalized with pneumonia, and assistant Jason Tindall has stepped in to manage the team during his absence. Tindall emphasized that Howe will not be rushed back and will only return when he is fully recovered, reiterating that Howe's health is the top priority. The coaching staff, including Graeme Jones, will continue to lead the team for upcoming matches, with no set timeframe for Howe's return. Communication between Howe and the coaching staff has been minimal, limited mostly to text messages, to ensure Howe can focus on his recovery. Tindall acknowledged the difficulty of adjusting to Howe's absence, as the two have rarely been apart during their 17 years of working together, but expressed confidence in the team's ability to maintain performance standards. Newcastle have credited the players and staff for pulling together in challenging circumstances and delivering strong results in Howe's absence.