Eddie Howe: Newcastle United players and staff dedicate the victory to the absent boss
It was a family scene at the St James’ Park while Newcastle players showed their appreciation for the Toon army after another victory – into what is transforming into a very impressive season.
Harvey Barnes, tightening the Man of the Match prize after his two goals inspired a 4-1 victory over Manchester United, led the applause in front of the home enthusiasts.
Sandro Tonali and Bruno Guimaraes, who also scored, were close.
But, at a more careful exam, there was a remarkable absent from the post-match celebrations.
“I hope this victory will give him back some happiness and return for the neighbor,” said Guimaraes, the captain, in a touching tribute to Eddie Howe.
The head of the Newcastle was Admitted to the hospital On Friday he felt bad for a number of days, leaving the assistants Jason Tindall and Graeme Jones to supervise the victory over the Red Devils.
Newcastle players responded with an exceptional performance as they recorded a first double of the League compared to their opponents from the 1930-31 campaign, but all thoughts turned to Howe after the game.
The man who managed the final triumph of the Carabao Cup on Liverpool in Wembley four weeks ago is still in the hospital, even if the details on his illness remain unclear.
“We knew we had a job to do without him, we said before the game we had to smile in the face,” added Barnes.
