Jason Tindall leads Newcastle as Eddie Howe recovers from pneumonia

Newcastle United's assistant coach Jason Tindall is set to lead the team for the next two matches against Crystal Palace and Aston Villa while manager Eddie Howe recovers from pneumonia. Tindall successfully oversaw a 4-1 victory against Manchester United, and he is prepared to continue in this role if Howe's recovery takes longer than expected. Howe has expressed gratitude for the support from the football community and is focusing on his recovery, with no definitive timeline for his return. Tindall emphasized maintaining the team's standards during Howe's absence, citing the players' recent performances as key to their success. Newcastle aims to solidify their Champions League qualification position, needing a favorable result against Palace to move into third place. The club has confirmed that Howe is conscious and receiving specialist care, and he remains in contact with Tindall through brief messages.