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Eddie Howe’s Press Conference For The Aston Villa Game – He Seems Quietly Confident



Here is Eddie Howe’s press conference for our first Premier League game of the season at home to Aston Villa tomorrow afternoon at home with a 5:30pm kickoff.

Eddie comes across as open as he answers each question in his methodical way, and he’s just one impressive individual who is so good at his job of being a football manager.

Howe admits that he rarely goes into the Newcastle City Center and spends most of his time at the training ground and then at home.

Since he is a family man with a wife and three boys that’s understandable – Eddie has his priorities right.

As far as the summer transfer window, we feel that if we can bring in another center-back as cover and competition for Fabian Scar, this will have been another excellent transfer window for Newcastle.

We have brought in Sandro Tonali (£52M), Harvey Barnes (£38M), and Tino Livramento (£35M) for a total of £125M for 3 players who will be part of the first team squad this season – they will definitely strengthen our squad and are quality players.

And Eddie Howe says Fabian has trained well this week and will be in the squad for tomorrow.

In his press conference today Howe says he sees Livramento as a right back or on the right wing, although Howe admits he has played at left back – but long term the manager sees him as a right back to take over from the great Kieran Trippier further down the line.

Here’s Eddie Howe’s press conference in full, and I have a short update on my health situation after the video.

Personal Note – I had a PET scan on Tuesday and it shows a lot more cancer has spread in the bones than the previous (less accurate) cat scans had shown.

I met with Professor Wang at UNC Hospital in Chapel Hill yesterday and I was given two choices – not to have any more treatments, the reason being that my health has been significantly weakened by the last two failed treatments since last November – radium 223 and a second chemotherapy.

My lungs have been scarred and my heart is deteriorating with the stress of the treatments.

Professor Wang would allow me to have the PSMA treatment, but I wouldn’t be strong enough to have any more treatments after that, and that treatment would need to start within weeks.

So that’s the situation right now – I think I will gibe the PSMA treatment my best shot.

🙂

Finally, I was really shocked to hear last week that Barry Sweeney, who tragically lost his son Liam in the MH17 crash in 2014, while on his way to Australia to support Newcastle during that summer.

Liam was one of two Newcastle supporters killed when the aircraft was shot down.

Barry Sweeney was only diagnosed with pancreatic cancer just six weeks ago and has since passed away.

Pancreatic cancer is an unforgiving disease and we send our best wishes to his family for this second terrible tragedy in their lives.

Rest In Peace Barry Sweeney – you are loved by many as a dedicated Newcastle fan.

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Comments are always welcome.


302 comments so far

  • Ty21

    Aug 11, 2023 at 7:33 PM

    Comment #41

    There was a lot breakthrough in cancer treatments, hopefully there’s something new that can work. Hang in there Dr Ed!

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  • Vask

    Aug 11, 2023 at 7:36 PM

    Comment #42

    The cupboard is looking bare at city.

    No strength in depth,

    Not one -ini on the bench.

    Having said that they have the 40/60 vowel consonant split so I predict a win for them. 🙂

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  • Ty21

    Aug 11, 2023 at 7:37 PM

    Comment #43

    Wor B

    Closing entry a week before deadline should be the way, you shouldn’t be the one chasing people to sign up. Those interested should be the one chasing you down.

    1
  • The Taco Taker

    Aug 11, 2023 at 7:38 PM

    Comment #44

    Well Pep has already messed up my FPL a bit by not starting Gvardiol! If Bournemouth don’t start Kerkez I am going to be irritable.

    I will have another problem when Raya officially joins Arsenal too as I am going to be forced to use a transfer on a GK who may never need.

    Great start!!

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  • Vask

    Aug 11, 2023 at 7:40 PM

    Comment #45

    Sounds like relegation form, tac.

    1
  • Legolas

    Aug 11, 2023 at 7:42 PM

    Comment #46

    Taco and WorB, cheers, I thought that was the case, but thought I’d ask.

    If anyone has a spare, please let me know. Thanks 🙂

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  • The Taco Taker

    Aug 11, 2023 at 7:44 PM

    Comment #47

    I made worse mistake last season Vask. I think subconciously I just like to give people a fighting chance.

    🙂

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  • IrishRob

    Aug 11, 2023 at 7:44 PM

    Comment #48

    That Saudi pro league is crap, i turned it off theres just something i dont like about it.

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  • Vask

    Aug 11, 2023 at 7:46 PM

    Comment #49

    Irob

    You just haven’t washed long enough.

    Try watching again whilst singing happy birthday.

    If you are not enjoying it by the end of the song something has gone wrong.

    2
  • Vask

    Aug 11, 2023 at 7:47 PM

    Comment #50

    I think that’s how you do it.

    1
  • Ty21

    Aug 11, 2023 at 7:48 PM

    Comment #51

    jane

    There are a lot more worse countries than Saudi if you want to advocate human rights issues. I would say every country had ugly histories, not sure why you kept bringing up Saudi’s?

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  • Vask

    Aug 11, 2023 at 7:49 PM

    Comment #52

    Tac

    I’m expecting relegation this season, barely scraped out of the mire with a good run at the end of last season.

    My aim is as it is every season, gain more overall point than the previous.

    1
  • AnyToon in Indiana

    Aug 11, 2023 at 7:51 PM

    Comment #53

    Dr. Ed needs to be the first to have an honorary boot on the Newcastle Walk of Fame.

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  • Vask

    Aug 11, 2023 at 7:51 PM

    Comment #54

    Getting closer to learning our opponents…

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  • jane

    Aug 11, 2023 at 7:54 PM

    Comment #55

    yes there are a lot of countries like Saudi that are ruled by 1 person by fear where nobody has any rights where the ruler can do whatever they want.

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  • Mund

    Aug 11, 2023 at 7:54 PM

    Comment #56

    Good luck on your treatment Dr Ed

    A real super hero

    Onwards and upwards

    HWTL

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  • Vask

    Aug 11, 2023 at 7:54 PM

    Comment #57

    Good line up that tac.

    Playing the FDR percentages.

    Nice.

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  • AncientC

    Aug 11, 2023 at 7:56 PM

    Comment #58

    Game week 1 not showing in the H2H division 1, but you can see the games from game week 2 onwards.

    Also, if you click on the H2H standings, you can then click on teams names and see their line-ups.

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  • Ty21

    Aug 11, 2023 at 7:56 PM

    Comment #59

    The Taco Taker

    1 thing I hate about FPL is to find out who is starting, not fun…..

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  • Vask

    Aug 11, 2023 at 7:57 PM

    Comment #60

    Jane

    Is that the outline of a frog forming in your avatar?

    Either way, fair play to you if you feel like it’s something that should be highlighted, then highlight away.

    1
  • Vask

    Aug 11, 2023 at 7:59 PM

    Comment #61

    Another interesting lineup ancient. Good luck this season.

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  • Raj of Hailsley

    Aug 11, 2023 at 7:59 PM

    Comment #62

    Good luck with the treatment Ed

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  • The Taco Taker

    Aug 11, 2023 at 8:00 PM

    Comment #63

    Vask the opponent is whoever you play on GW20, you have got Darnik.

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  • Asi Fish

    Aug 11, 2023 at 8:00 PM

    Comment #64

    Hi all. Sorry not had time to come on or catch up but work gone sideways….

    Plea for help – I’m going home for the first time in over 7 months for our family holiday and the pet boarding have just cancelled.

    Any suggestions on last minute solutions appreciated.

    Sorry for not being a footie post

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  • AncientC

    Aug 11, 2023 at 8:01 PM

    Comment #65

    Vask, I will be matching you on game week 2.

    I might need a bit of luck on my side. Decided against Haaland.

    Good luck all.

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  • Ty21

    Aug 11, 2023 at 8:02 PM

    Comment #66

    jane

    There are also a lot products made by way under paid workers, I think you will have a hard time living if you really go dig out the product’s footprints and boycott them.

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  • Vask

    Aug 11, 2023 at 8:03 PM

    Comment #67

    Tac

    Ah crap. Maradona’s kebabs! Looks like I’ve got a start akin to nufc’s. Sneaky Poolie postie previously performed perceptibly… Adequately.

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  • AnyToon in Indiana

    Aug 11, 2023 at 8:05 PM

    Comment #68

    Well…that was quick picking up where he left off…

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  • Wor B

    Aug 11, 2023 at 8:06 PM

    Comment #69

    FPL

    Ed Harrison’s H2H leagues are confirmed…

    D1
    1….The Ledge
    2….IITianToon
    3….eggman
    4….Ashingtoon62
    5….Darnik
    6….Asi Fish
    7….Scythe
    8….ChicoUSA
    9….Assassins
    10..Vask
    11..Dubai Micky
    12..Average
    13..Uncertain toon
    14..Clasol
    15…Benbulben
    16..BigSteve
    17..Zhongguo Geordie
    18..ToonDarnSarf
    19..The Taco Taker
    20..AncientC

    D2
    1….Wor B
    2….davo
    3….Romford Mag
    4….NY MAG
    5….Simon376
    6….Ty21
    7….Davas
    8….Hong Kong Magpie
    9….phy
    10..Adamn_92
    11..Any Toon in Indiana
    12..Jay b bedlingtoon
    13..Scott
    14..Martoon
    15..Ruddy Marveaux-lous
    16..Jack Charnley
    17..Herts in the toon
    18..Ronway
    19..Tom68
    20..Legolas

    D3
    1….Jp Mayor
    2….Clinath@ed
    3….ESPO United
    4….Novocastrian66
    5….Kangatoon
    6….Irish Rob
    7….Playmaker
    8….Local Hero
    9….JohnJ
    10..Raj of Hailsley
    11..jettson
    12..John Carnivore
    13..Gothmog’s Pyjamas
    14..Ibizatoon
    15..Valle
    16..iotarock
    17..Darkness
    18..coming home
    19..Regan
    20..GillMag
    21..Raider fpl Pique Performance
    22..willgwent2k5

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  • Asi Fish

    Aug 11, 2023 at 8:06 PM

    Comment #70

    No stones?

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  • jane

    Aug 11, 2023 at 8:07 PM

    Comment #71

    “I think you will have a hard time living if you really go dig out the product’s footprints and boycott them.”

    i don’t feel strongly about everything but i think freedom is important.

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  • Ty21

    Aug 11, 2023 at 8:09 PM

    Comment #72

    Asi Fish

    Pet? Best is find an animal lover friend to help out?

    2
  • check the toastie

    Aug 11, 2023 at 8:10 PM

    Comment #73

    Irish – not like you hating the live game

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  • Pottsclock

    Aug 11, 2023 at 8:11 PM

    Comment #74

    How was that not a penalty for Burnley?
    Carragher saying, “he let go of him early and therefore it’s ok”. Huh?

    1
  • The Taco Taker

    Aug 11, 2023 at 8:11 PM

    Comment #75

    Vask,
    My opening fixture are mixed.

    GW1 – Benbulben – I am almost guaranteed to lose as he dominated div 2 last season, was the only player to get 6 pts from me and he was one of the top known players on points in the blog overall (2nd or 3rd if I recall correctly)

    GW2 – Average – so if I need to tinker after this GW that seems a good time.

    GW3 – TDS – Smashed him home and away last season! As I recall I completely played his boys of the park.

    🙂

    3
  • Asi Fish

    Aug 11, 2023 at 8:14 PM

    Comment #76

    Ty21 – appreciate it mate but close friends are something that went with the job.

    Cheers anyway

    1
  • clinath@ed

    Aug 11, 2023 at 8:14 PM

    Comment #77

    Raj.
    Just noticed we are playing each other this weekend mate.

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  • Ty21

    Aug 11, 2023 at 8:15 PM

    Comment #78

    jane

    Freedom is very subjective though…….anyway this is way too much non-football related for me already.

    2
  • Ty21

    Aug 11, 2023 at 8:21 PM

    Comment #79

    Asi Fish

    Not sure you can find pet communities groups near you? Usually you can find some online, like “your area” dog/cat communities etc….guess those are as thrustworthy as paid pet boarding? I think thrustworthy is really important though….

    1
  • martoon

    Aug 11, 2023 at 8:25 PM

    Comment #80

    Good evening bloggers – less than 24 hours to get your entries in for our annual blog prediction game.

    For those who have played before it is the same as previous years but for a bit of fun this year I’ve added the category of how well we will do in the Champions League!

    So I need your predictions for the following:-
    Final League Position (in PL)
    Final Number of Points (in PL)
    League Cup Round (3 = Entry, 7 = Final)
    FA Cup Round (3 = Entry, 8 = Final)
    Champions League (see below)
    Blog Player of the season
    Top Goal Scorer (League & Cups)
    Number of Goals for TGS (League & Cups)

    For Champions League you can state in words or use the following codes
    1 – Eliminated after League games
    2 – Drop into the EL (third in league)
    3 – Last 16
    4 – Quarter Final
    5 – Semi Final
    6 – Final

    PLEASE NOTE in previous years I have missed poster’s predictions so this year to save me having to hunt for prediction posts could you all post your predictions in the comments section of here:-
    https://www.nufcblog.com/2023/07/23/its-official-at-last-newcastle-sign-harvey-barnes-from-leicester-its-an-amazing-club-im-absolutely-buzzing/

    So far I have predictions from the following:-
    martoon
    Mrs martoon
    simon376
    Essex Geordie Bill
    clinath@ed
    Playmaker
    Ronway
    Toon Fans Good
    Vask
    DKillers
    Uncertain Toon
    bettyswallocks
    Dubai Micky
    Lord Scattercash (Sparky55)
    ShaytoStay
    tom68
    Fenham to Chalfont
    dazzler
    Swablr
    jasper
    check the toastie
    cleveleysbob
    The Taco Taker
    Wor B
    captainmarvel
    AnyToon in Indiana
    JohnJ
    ChicoUSA
    investinyouthtoon
    Jp Mayor
    magicmac54
    Nicky
    Raj of Hailsley
    The Ledge
    Novocastrian66
    Sir Pugalot
    toonluvva
    lochinvar
    Kangatoon
    ToonDarnSarf
    Zhongguo Geordie
    Ashingtoon62
    jane
    JP…from The Rock
    Legolas
    ottawageordie2
    Davas
    Bills Son Is Back
    WLtoon
    jon
    Black’n’White’n’BroonAllOver
    HobokenToon
    Clasol
    phy
    Toon – South Africa
    Ty21
    Adamn_92
    Toonarmy of Frogs
    Brussels
    snowdone
    Hong Kong Magpie
    Lee Charnley Bunga Party
    A Geordie Mongrel
    Assassins Inc
    Toonces
    7-10-2021 D1

    However HobokenToon – you need to choose Number of Goals for your top goal scorer and your player of the season!!

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