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The Sun
23-05-2025
- Sport
- The Sun
Howe: UCL miss would be 'huge disappointment' for Newcastle
EDDIE Howe admits it would be a 'huge disappointment' if Newcastle fail to seal qualification for the Champions League as he prepares his men for their final Premier League game of the season against Everton on Sunday. Howe's side know a win at St James' Park would effectively guarantee a top-five finish. Fourth-placed Newcastle, on 66 points, are ahead of Chelsea and Aston Villa on goal difference, with seventh-placed Nottingham Forest a further point behind. The Magpies are desperate to cap a memorable season by returning to the Champions League after a one-year absence. Howe's men have already ended a 56-year trophy drought by beating Liverpool in the League Cup final and a lucrative place in Europe's elite club competition would be the icing on the cake. 'Football emotions swing so quickly. In that moment it will feel like a huge disappointment because we have been in there fighting for two-thirds of the season,' Howe said on Friday. 'If we miss out it will be a tough one take. We know what we need to do and what we want to do. All our emotions are towards that.' Asked if it was important for Saudi-owned Newcastle to play in the Champions League because of the financial rewards on offer, Howe said: 'Everyone talks about finances and I understand why because that is important. 'But for us, it's about wanting to play against the best teams in the best competition. To try to win those competitions, that is why you are competing in them.' Newcastle's hopes of beating Everton will be significantly improved if Sweden striker Alexander Isak returns from injury. Isak missed last weekend's defeat at Arsenal with a groin problem and Howe said he was unsure whether his leading scorer would be fit to face Everton. 'We'd love him to be fit and available for the game,' Howe said. 'He has to be free in his movement and everything because he's that kind of player, he's electric at his best. So let's see. 'We'll only play him if he's fit to contribute, but at the moment he has an opportunity, potentially.'
The Sun
23-05-2025
- Sport
- The Sun
Missing out on Champions League would be huge blow: Newcastle boss Howe
EDDIE Howe admits it would be a 'huge disappointment' if Newcastle fail to seal qualification for the Champions League as he prepares his men for their final Premier League game of the season against Everton on Sunday. Howe's side know a win at St James' Park would effectively guarantee a top-five finish. Fourth-placed Newcastle, on 66 points, are ahead of Chelsea and Aston Villa on goal difference, with seventh-placed Nottingham Forest a further point behind. The Magpies are desperate to cap a memorable season by returning to the Champions League after a one-year absence. Howe's men have already ended a 56-year trophy drought by beating Liverpool in the League Cup final and a lucrative place in Europe's elite club competition would be the icing on the cake. 'Football emotions swing so quickly. In that moment it will feel like a huge disappointment because we have been in there fighting for two-thirds of the season,' Howe said on Friday. 'If we miss out it will be a tough one take. We know what we need to do and what we want to do. All our emotions are towards that.' Asked if it was important for Saudi-owned Newcastle to play in the Champions League because of the financial rewards on offer, Howe said: 'Everyone talks about finances and I understand why because that is important. 'But for us, it's about wanting to play against the best teams in the best competition. To try to win those competitions, that is why you are competing in them.' Newcastle's hopes of beating Everton will be significantly improved if Sweden striker Alexander Isak returns from injury. Isak missed last weekend's defeat at Arsenal with a groin problem and Howe said he was unsure whether his leading scorer would be fit to face Everton. 'We'd love him to be fit and available for the game,' Howe said. 'He has to be free in his movement and everything because he's that kind of player, he's electric at his best. So let's see. 'We'll only play him if he's fit to contribute, but at the moment he has an opportunity, potentially.'
The Irish Sun
11-05-2025
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
Newcastle United vs Chelsea predictions, odds and betting tips
EDDIE Howe's Newcastle United and Enzo Maresca's Chelsea go head-to-head this Sunday in a high-stakes Premier League clash at St James' Park. Champions League qualification is on the line, so at the very least, neither team can afford to lose the Matchday 36 battle. Chelsea come into the match in slightly better form, but the Magpies will have the support of the Toon Army behind them. Newcastle United vs Chelsea tips Over 2.5 goals and BTTS (Yes) - Alexander Isak to score anytime - Enzo Fernandes 1+ shot on target - Newcastle United vs Chelsea predictions Find the latest football betting odds for Newcastle United vs Chelsea. Our odds are provided by the Newcastle United vs Chelsea predictions We are now at the business end of the Premier League season. Liverpool have one Champions League spot secured, and Arsenal look good for the second. Manchester City, Newcastle, Chelsea, Nottingham Forest and Aston Villa are fighting it out for the remaining three. At the beginning of the match day, only four points separated the five teams, making Sunday's showdown at St. James' Park must win, or at the very least, a no lose fixture. Newcastle has an away match at the Emirates against Arsenal on the horizon. Chelsea will face Manchester United at Stamford Bridge in their following fixture. Both teams' respective following games are almost heaping more pressure on Eddie Howe's team this Sunday, despite them having the home advantage. The Magpies come into the match with six wins in their last eight Premier League matches. Their good run of Premier League form dates back to a 1-0 win away at West Ham on March 10th. Chelsea have also upped their game in recent weeks. Enzo Maresca's team have picked up 14 points from their last six Premier League matches. The Blues have also confirmed their place in the Europa Conference League final. A 5-1 aggregate victory over Djurgarden secured their place in the final against Real Betis on May 28th. In a further boost to Enzo Maresca, Cole Palmer finally ended his goal drought with a late penalty in last Sunday's impressive 3-1 win over Liverpool. Newcastle United vs Chelsea betting tips Newcastle have picked up an average of 2.06 points per game at St. James' Park. They are on a winning streak of five on home soil. Chelsea are averaging 1.47 points away from Stamford Bridge. They have won seven on the road this season, with just one in their last nine. Our Newcastle vs Chelsea betting tips follow: Over 2.5 goals and BTTS There have been over 2.5 goals scored in the last eleven Premier League fixtures at St. James' Park. In this run both teams have found the net in six of the matches. The opposition has to be taken into account for this bet. Some of the teams who failed to find the net at Newcastle are Leicester, Wolves and most recently Ipswich Town. We don't see Chelsea having this problem, they have scored in their last eight in all competitions. Furthermore, the Blues can't afford to lose this match. So if they go behind, Chelsea are likely to go into all-out attack mode. ➡️ Alexander Isak to score anytime Alexander Isak has scored 23 goals in 32 Premier League matches for Newcastle this season. Twelve of his goals have come at St. James' Park, including five in his last five on home turf. Only in the 4-1 win over Manchester United, did the Swede not find the net - he did provide an assist. Isak scored in the reverse fixture at Stamford Bridge in October, and he comes into this match in good form, having scored two goals in his last two matches - including last Sunday's high pressure penalty away at Brighton. ➡️ Enzo Fernandes 1+ shot on target Enzo Fernandes has been one of the main driving forces behind Chelsea's recent improvement in form. The World Cup winner provided assists in his team's wins over Fulham and Everton and he also scored Chelsea's first in their 3-1 win over Liverpool last Sunday. Fernandes is better than even money just to have one shot on target against the Magpies. In his current form, where he is scoring and assisting, this wager looks like great value. ➡️ 📺 How to watch Newcastle United vs Chelsea Location: St. James' Park, Newcastle, England. Date and time: Sunday 11th May, 12 noon. How to watch: TNT Sports 1 and TNT Sports Ultimate. About the author Craig Mahood Craig Mahood is an expert in sports betting and online casinos and has worked with the company since 2020. He joined the Betting & Gaming team at The Sun in June 2022 and works closely with the leading bookmakers and online gaming companies to provide content on all areas of sports betting and gaming. He previously worked as a Digital Sports Reporter at the Scottish Sun, covering Scottish football with particular focus on Celtic and Rangers, As well as football, he has covered horse racing, boxing, darts, the Olympics and tennis for the Sun. 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The 42
24-04-2025
- Sport
- The 42
Newcastle boss Howe returns to work after pneumonia
NEWCASTLE MANAGER EDDIE Howe has returned to work at the club's training centre after recovering from pneumonia, the Premier League outfit said on Thursday. Howe, 47, was admitted to hospital earlier this month and missed league games against Manchester United, Crystal Palace and Aston Villa. 'Newcastle United are delighted to confirm that Eddie Howe has returned to his duties at the club's training centre,' the club said. Advertisement 'Eddie had recently been hospitalised with pneumonia and has now returned to work after a period of recovery. 'We thank supporters for their warm wishes.' Fifth-placed Newcastle beat United and Palace convincingly under the stewardship of assistant manager Jason Tindall but lost heavily to Aston Villa. The Magpies, who won the League Cup last month, host lowly Ipswich on Saturday and are hoping to regain momentum in their push for Champions League qualification. The top five finishers in the Premier League will all qualify for Europe's top club competition next season. Liverpool are on the brink of the Premier League title and Arsenal are favourites to finish second but just four points separate third-placed Manchester City from Villa, in seventh spot. – © AFP 2025
