Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe has dismissed speculation linking him to the England head coach position, stating his commitment to the club and his desire to win a trophy with them. The FA has officially advertised the England job, seeking a candidate with significant experience in English football and the ability to lead the team to a major tournament win.
Manchester United has announced the appointment of Dan Ashworth as their new sporting director, a significant move as the club undergoes a restructuring under new co-owner Jim Ratcliffe. Ashworth joins from Newcastle United after months of negotiations, bringing with him a wealth of experience and success in football operations.
Saudia, the national airline of Saudi Arabia, has successfully integrated its strategic partnerships with Newcastle United and the Formula E series, resulting in exciting fan activations. The partnership synergy showcased the Gen3 Formula E car at Newcastle’s final home game and introduced fans to the sport and vehicle. A short film combining motorsport and football was also debuted, creating a captivating narrative across both sports. Furthermore, Saudia enhanced the fan experience at the Berlin E-Prix with an engaging fan zone and a virtual 3D Discover-E Zone, which provided interactive activities, games, and competitions for fans who couldn’t attend in person. Throughout the event, Saudia’s Global Ambassador, Stoffel Vandoorne, showcased his skills on the track.
Chelsea’s victory over Tottenham Hotspur has boosted their chances of qualifying for European competition, while Tottenham’s hopes of securing a Champions League spot have taken a hit. Chelsea now has a significant advantage over both Manchester United and Newcastle United, who are also vying for the final Premier League spot that leads to the Champions League.
Newcastle midfielder Sandro Tonali has received a two-month suspended ban from the Football Association (FA) for violating betting rules. Tonali, who joined Newcastle from AC Milan in the summer of 2023 for £55 million, was initially banned from competitive football until August 2024 for placing bets on matches in Italy. However, he was subsequently charged with 50 additional breaches of the FA’s betting regulations, which occurred between August 12 and October 12, 2023, after his move to Newcastle. The two-month suspension will be held until the end of the 2024/25 season, meaning Tonali will face a ban from all football-related activities if he commits further offenses. He is also subject to a £20,000 fine and a warning regarding his future conduct.
Newcastle United midfielder Bruno Guimaraes is reportedly available for a transfer fee of £100 million for a limited period of one month this summer. Arsenal, Manchester City, and Paris Saint-Germain are among the clubs interested in signing the Brazilian international. However, Newcastle manager Eddie Howe has stated that any interested clubs must meet the release clause within a specific timeframe, from the last week of May to the beginning of the last week of June. Howe emphasized that Newcastle is keen on retaining Guimaraes and building their team around him, but acknowledged the potential for financial pressures to necessitate the sale of one of their star players.
Crystal Palace ensured their Premier League survival with a 2-0 home victory over Newcastle United, while Bournemouth snapped a three-game winless run by defeating Wolverhampton Wanderers 1-0. Mateta’s goals secured victory for Palace, while Semenyo’s first-half strike earned Bournemouth all three points.
Crystal Palace secured their Premier League status with a 2-0 home victory over Newcastle United. Jean-Philippe Mateta scored a second-half brace to reach eight goals in nine matches under manager Oliver Glasner. Despite Newcastle’s push for an equalizer, Palace sealed the win with another Mateta goal assisted by Jeffrey Schlupp. Glasner praised his team’s performance, emphasizing their unity and the confidence of his strikers. Newcastle, who entered the match on a three-win streak, were left disappointed by their performance.
Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner has expressed his surprise and admiration for the intensity his team displayed in the first half-an-hour of their 2-0 win over Newcastle on Wednesday. The victory marked Palace’s third consecutive win, following up on their triumphs over Liverpool and West Ham. Jean-Philippe Mateta scored both goals for Palace in the second half, continuing his impressive form. However, it was the energy and high press exhibited by his players in the opening 30 minutes that most impressed Glasner.
Jean-Philippe Mateta scored twice to lead Crystal Palace to a 2-0 win over Newcastle United at Selhurst Park, extending the Eagles’ winning streak to three Premier League matches. Mateta’s goals, coming in the 55th and 88th minutes, condemned Newcastle to their first defeat in five matches and dented their hopes of European football next season.
