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Newcastle secures Eddie Howe through 2026-27 after Saudi approval

5/3/2026

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Newcastle United confirmed Eddie Howe will remain head coach for the 2026-27 season.
A 25-member delegation from Saudi Arabia’s Investment Fund met and approved Howe’s continued tenure.
CEO David Hopkinson said the club is not considering a managerial change now.
Newcastle sit 13th after a 3-1 win over Brighton and an 8-3 loss to Barcelona in the Champions League.
Chairman Yasir Al-Rumayyan heard fans chant Howe’s name.

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Newcastle United confirmed Eddie Howe will remain head coach for the 2026-27 season.
A 25-member delegation from Saudi Arabia’s Investment Fund met and approved Howe’s continued tenure.
CEO David Hopkinson said the club is not considering a managerial change now.
Newcastle sit 13th after a 3-1 win over Brighton and an 8-3 loss to Barcelona in the Champions League.
Chairman Yasir Al-Rumayyan heard fans chant Howe’s name.