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Howe Urges Newcastle to Overcome Boxing Day Challenges

12/25/2025

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Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe faces challenges as the side prepares to play Manchester United on Boxing Day.
The squad has dropped 13 points from winning positions this season and has not kept a clean sheet in 10 games.
Newcastle sit 11th, six points from a top-four spot, and face Manchester City in a Carabao Cup semi-final.
Howe remains optimistic, urging better game management amid a congested schedule.

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Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe faces challenges as the side prepares to play Manchester United on Boxing Day.
The squad has dropped 13 points from winning positions this season and has not kept a clean sheet in 10 games.
Newcastle sit 11th, six points from a top-four spot, and face Manchester City in a Carabao Cup semi-final.
Howe remains optimistic, urging better game management amid a congested schedule.