Howe on why Newcastle is “less emotion” and what the boss did to recover from his 2023 defeat
Newcastle manager Eddie Howe has revealed he is “not in a great place” after his team lost the EFL Cup final to Manchester United in 2023, but says the loss is “unrelated” as he prepares to face Liverpool on Sunday (4.30pm gmt) at Wembley Stadium this season.
More than three years after his appointment, Howe won Newcastle’s first major trophy since the 1954/55 FA Cup, convened two attempts with the target, going in some way when he admitted both goals 40 minutes before in a 2-0 loss.
“We’re not really back in that game,” Howe said. “That’s pretty much irrelevant. Yes, yes, but the game itself, the emotions and emotions (not).
“There’s much less emotions and much less noise on the outside. Hopefully, that’s what will help us in this game. I think that’s the biggest difference.”
Eddie Hau at our Carabao Cup Run:
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EFL Cup Final: 2023 Howe ‘Not Happy’
Hau chased after his three sons 2023 Finalexplains that during family time, living in soccer, you have the power to “take you away.”
“I wasn’t in a great place on the night of the final,” recalled the 47-year-old. “I wasn’t very happy, just living in the game makes me rethink everything I did.
“(The kids) will take you to a much better, healthier place. Hopefully, I’m not thinking that again this weekend. I can talk about a good game, but it’s a way of trying to push your team to a new level. I’m just as motivated as ever.”
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– Carabao Cup (@carabao_cup) February 26, 2023
Newcastle vs Liverpool: The Cup final means everything.”
run away Premier League Leader Liverpool is 23 points above Newcastle on top flights; When the team met at Anfield they won 2-0 In the league on February 26th.
A loser may give greater encouragement Draw between 3-3 teams On December 4th, at St James Park, Newcastle moved forward twice, earning a 90-minute equalizer via Fabianshire.
Former Bournemouth and Burnley boss howe suggested that he not return to the suit for this opportunity from his regular tracksuit.
“My outfit will be very consistent with what you normally see,” he said. “I admire the tradition and the meaning of being in that position as a manager at Newcastle, but I think it’s better to focus on the game.
“It means everything. I’m proud to be here and represent the city. I’m trying to do it the right way and make everyone proud and happy.”