Eddie Howe leaves Newcastle United after recent setbacks
Eddie Howe has stepped down as Newcastle United head coach following a series of disappointing results and transfer frustrations. The decision comes after discussions with the club’s hierarchy and growing pressure from last season’s performance. Howe played a pivotal role in Newcastle’s recent successes, including ending their long trophy drought and securing Champions League spots. His departure marks the end of an era for the club.
Match highlights
- Eddie Howe decided to leave Newcastle United with immediate effect after talks with the club’s leadership.
- His final match was a 4-1 loss to Bristol City in a pre-season friendly on Wednesday.
- Newcastle finished 12th in the Premier League last season, losing 17 of 38 matches.
- Howe guided Newcastle to victory in the 2025 Carabao Cup and secured Champions League qualification in 2023 and 2025.
- He leaves with 84 Premier League wins in 179 matches, the most by any Newcastle manager.
