Newcastle Records Third Consecutive Goalless Away Draw in Premier League

Newcastle United played a defensively cautious game in their Premier League visit to Bournemouth, resulting in a goalless draw that extended their winless away streak to six games and kept them 13th in the standings. Manager Eddie Howe, facing his former club, made significant squad rotations following a midweek Champions League defeat to Barcelona, which impacted Newcastle's offensive threat, registering only one shot on target. Bournemouth, sitting third in the league, created a few chances including a disallowed goal for offside by David Brooks and a late free-kick saved by Newcastle goalkeeper Nick Pope. Despite Newcastle's solid defensive display, the match lacked clear scoring opportunities and momentum, with both teams unable to break the deadlock. The draw highlighted Newcastle's ongoing struggles on the road this season and continued Howe's personal winless record against Bournemouth since taking over at Newcastle. Both managers, Eddie Howe and Andoni Iraola, set up their teams to prioritize defensive solidity, resulting in an evenly contested and largely uneventful match.