What Eddie Howe Was Heard Doing in the Newcastle Dressing Room After Barcelona Defeat
What Eddie Howe Was Heard Doing in the Newcastle Dressing Room After Barcelona Defeat
Tensions ran high in the Newcastle United dressing room after their painful defeat to Barcelona in the Champions League, and reports have emerged of manager Eddie Howe’s reaction behind closed doors.
According to insiders, Howe — usually calm and composed — was uncharacteristically vocal as he addressed his squad. He is said to have raised his voice in frustration, demanding accountability from senior players and urging his team to show more courage in high-pressure European nights.
“This is not who we are. We can’t crumble when it matters most. Every single one of you has to take responsibility,” Howe reportedly told the players.
Sources suggest Howe singled out a few individuals for failing to track back and for losing concentration at crucial moments, while also reminding his team that the club’s rapid rise comes with higher standards.
Despite the fiery words, those present also described Howe’s speech as motivational rather than destructive. By the end of the meeting, he is believed to have calmed the room, stressing unity and the importance of bouncing back in the Premier League.
One squad member later told reporters:
“The gaffer wasn’t happy, but it wasn’t just shouting — it was about reminding us what wearing this shirt means. He wants a reaction.”
Howe’s passion behind the scenes reflects the pressure Newcastle are under to compete at the highest level, with the Magpies eager to prove they belong among Europe’s elite.
The coming weeks will now be crucial in showing whether his words hit home, as the squad looks to recover quickly and keep their European hopes alive.
