The College Dropout Posted Tuesday at 10:36 Share Posted Tuesday at 10:36 15 hours ago, STM said: The only area that I can see him needing to learn, is how to rotate the squad when form dips. If he can balance changing 1 or 2 players every now and then to keep freshness, then those 9 game winning runs can turn into league winning runs. There have been points this season where Gordon, Bruno, Joelinton, Murphy and even Isak could have benefited from just a two week rest... evidenced by Joelintons form since returning from injury. Obviously Howe needs the squad to do this, which hopefully will come in time. In terms of coaching and matchday, I've nothing but pure awe. Think he's started doing it - especially with Isak. Basically said he gave Isak a rest at Liverpool. Isak needs it. We don't have viable alternatives to our midfielders, so I think signing a new CM is just behind RW, GK, and CB. A 4th CM plays more minutes than a back-up striker imo. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRon Posted Tuesday at 11:57 Share Posted Tuesday at 11:57 16 hours ago, Memphis said: Howe is such a perfect fit for us. His steadiness and understatement is vital to our success imo. What has impressed me most is his willingness - more accurately, his determination - to make himself better as a manager every single day. I don't think there are very many managers out there, and I would include some of the biggest names in this group, who are constantly improving themselves year on year. His attention to detail is second to none, and that is most notable in his own improvement. He was considered merely an offensive-minded coach when he arrived, within a year he was marshaling one of the meanest defensive units in the Premier League. He's improved our set pieces dramatically, he's improved our ability to control games and play from ahead. And just look at the difference between our cup final performances in 2023 and this year. Overcoming the psychological hurdle of our drought was remarkable. He's navigated a very difficult stretch without significant first team investment and with a massive overhaul behind the scenes - and changed our captain, in a move that was pretty ballsy - while never wavering publicly and never blaming anyone or anything for our trouble. He has a real air of authority without being a pompous prick. He's led the club with such class and dignity; I'm always appreciative of how well he speaks and how he's able to communicate effectively. I'm not going to compare him to Sir Bobby or Keegan because those two are emotionally connected in their own special ways. But for me, I've never been more confident about our future under anyone else than I am with Howe. Agree, I think it's very important that he seems to relish learning to get better at his craft. Going to Spain during his hiatus from management was well documented, and he's happily admitted he wanted to get better. There's undoubtedly been times when he's been outdone by his opposite in the other dugout, but then he's come back and put it right next time round, Emery being a good example. He's had sticky patches, and he'll probably have more this season, but you feel confident he'll come up with an answer. He's the most intelligent manager I've seen in our colours, the only one who could come close was probably Rafa, but he was far more cautious. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nepharite Posted Tuesday at 12:51 Share Posted Tuesday at 12:51 I said on here a while ago that I would be happy if we moved Eddie on in the Summer. I was completely wrong and should have more faith. Every time we have a sticky patch he comes out of it with answers but still based around his attacking 433 and I've learned to trust him. Instead of being a reactionary spoiled brat. After the scumbags that have managed us in the past Eddie is perfect. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kid Icarus Posted Tuesday at 19:29 Share Posted Tuesday at 19:29 Saw a clip before with Arsenal fans saying they need to get Howe. I mean dont, but just support Newcastle ffs. Absolute weirdos. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
stonehouse mags Posted Tuesday at 20:41 Share Posted Tuesday at 20:41 To think it all started with this video! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fak Posted Wednesday at 13:25 Share Posted Wednesday at 13:25 Just wish he'd wear an all black suit and be our Simeone. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bondedcrown Posted Wednesday at 15:22 Share Posted Wednesday at 15:22 1 hour ago, Fak said: Just wish he'd wear an all black suit and be our Simeone. Why not just be our Eddie Howe? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miggys First Goal Posted Wednesday at 15:24 Share Posted Wednesday at 15:24 18 hours ago, stonehouse mags said: To think it all started with this video! 1 minute and 50 seconds in… I came. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
PRL Posted Wednesday at 15:25 Share Posted Wednesday at 15:25 I would love to see the results of that bleep test versus what they were by the end of the season. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kid Icarus Posted Wednesday at 15:27 Share Posted Wednesday at 15:27 I've said it loads of times but he had me at 'standing still's no good' Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
54 Posted Wednesday at 15:34 Share Posted Wednesday at 15:34 6 minutes ago, Kid Icarus said: I've said it loads of times but he had me at 'standing still's no good' I remember listening to that and thinking "Fucking finally" Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
timeEd32 Posted Wednesday at 15:56 Share Posted Wednesday at 15:56 19 hours ago, stonehouse mags said: To think it all started with this video! Players look dead on their feet around 2:35. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris_R Posted Wednesday at 16:23 Share Posted Wednesday at 16:23 26 minutes ago, timeEd32 said: Players look dead on their feet around 2:35. Of course, that's 2m35 more training than they'd done in about 3 years Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisMcQuillan Posted Wednesday at 16:35 Share Posted Wednesday at 16:35 19 hours ago, stonehouse mags said: To think it all started with this video! That moment where Howe sprints and demonstrates the move. I remember the penny dropping for me at that moment that this takeover was real, and we were about to repair and rebuild. It's the little things you remember, sometimes. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NEEJ Posted Wednesday at 18:14 Share Posted Wednesday at 18:14 1 hour ago, ChrisMcQuillan said: That moment where Howe sprints and demonstrates the move. I remember the penny dropping for me at that moment that this takeover was real, and we were about to repair and rebuild. It's the little things you remember, sometimes. "It's not a criticism, it's just a different type of training." Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miggys First Goal Posted Wednesday at 18:17 Share Posted Wednesday at 18:17 We should have known we were in safe hands immediately with that video like. Seeing a coach who didn't rock up in a XXXXL training top should have told us everything was going to be okay. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingxlnc Posted Wednesday at 21:18 Share Posted Wednesday at 21:18 4 hours ago, Chris_R said: Of course, that's 2m35 more training than they'd done in about 3 years “Let’s play” Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danh1 Posted Wednesday at 22:27 Share Posted Wednesday at 22:27 (edited) 9 hours ago, Fak said: Just wish he'd wear an all black suit and be our Simeone. Hope his eyesight slightly deteriorates so we can see a sublime sexual Benitez glasses into blazer pocket slide. Edited Wednesday at 22:27 by Danh1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
WillDanceForChocolate Posted Wednesday at 23:13 Share Posted Wednesday at 23:13 Told you he was good. I'm so pleased to see him add a piece of major silverware to his record. It's so well deserved. You must all be having an absolute blast this week. Enjoy! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
timeEd32 Posted Wednesday at 23:20 Share Posted Wednesday at 23:20 "Not the best, ok" It's like he took over an out of shape U11 team. Having to remind professionals to move, to be calm on the ball, to find space is something. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
nufcjb Posted Wednesday at 23:33 Share Posted Wednesday at 23:33 When's ths statue getting unveiled? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mouldy_uk Posted yesterday at 10:40 Share Posted yesterday at 10:40 11 hours ago, nufcjb said: When's ths statue getting unveiled? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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