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- Howe said the team were very good in all phases, limiting the opposition and attacking well. Conceding with the last attack and last kick of the game was a tough one to take.
“…the draw is harsh on us again, but it shows their quality. If you switch off for a second, they will punish you.”
- Asked about the goal, he said he had not seen it again but the team should have done better. The ball went through the middle of them, which should never happen at that stage.
- Asked whether it was a coming-of-age game for Lewis Hall against a dangerous winger, Howe agreed. He was very good defensively, helped by others, and showed his qualities going forward.
- The players will naturally have half an eye on next week, Howe said, as they are human beings. His job is to make sure the focus is firmly on Chelsea first.
- One player did not make that morning's training and was not in the best physical condition, Howe said. His replacement was chosen for his legs and pace against their high defensive line.
Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe reacts after Lamine Yamal’s dramatic late equaliser denied Newcastle a huge victory against Barcelona. Howe praised his team’s overall performance, highlighting the strong defensive display and disciplined approach that limited Barcelona’s attacking threats for most of the match.
Despite Newcastle taking the lead and looking solid throughout the game, Barcelona punished a late lapse in concentration as Yamal scored with the final attack of the match. Howe admitted the late goal was painful to concede, but emphasized that the tie is still very much alive after an impressive performance from his players.
The Newcastle boss also praised several standout performers and the team’s resilience against one of Europe’s top sides. With the second leg still to come, can Newcastle bounce back and finish the job against Barcelona?
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