Newcastle players 'confused' - It's all feeling a bit Steve Bruce
Story updated
The story in brief
7-second readNewcastle's players are reportedly 'confused' by Matthias Jaissle's instructions, with a return to 4-3-3 still a possibility as pressure builds on the head coach.
Rumour · This claim is unconfirmed.
From the source
Newcastle's players are reportedly 'confused' by Matthias Jaissle's instructions, with a return to 4-3-3 still a possibility as pressure builds on the head coach. Craig Hope's latest Newcastle Confidential column claims there is uncertainty over the playing style and system.
He also says the squad remains supportive of Jaissle, with senior players accepting responsibility for getting things right. "I have been told some players are unsure as to the playing style and strategy, and that has led to those in deep positions getting the ball forward as quickly as possible, invariably with a long pass."
The report also claims some inside the dressing room are questioning the continued use of a No.10 when Newcastle don't have a specialist for that position.
At a glance
- Reporting status
- Rumour
- Original publisher
- NUFC Blog ↗
- Source published
- Clubs covered
- Newcastle United
Unconfirmed or speculative wording in the source. Repeated coverage does not make it confirmed.
Source context
This brief is drawn from NUFC Blog. The original report is linked below for its complete context.
Read original report ↗THE NEXT STORY STARTS HERE
Keep reading
More stories connected to this one. Find your next talking point.
Newcastle players are confused by what Matthias Jaissle wants from them
Newcastle United players are struggling to understand what new head coach Matthias Jaissle expects from them on the pitch, according to the Daily Mail.Sources close to the…
SportsView
Newcastle 0 Everton 1 match ratings and comments on all the Newcastle United players
We asked Davey Hat-Trick to give us his match ratings and player comments after Newcastle 0 Everton 1 in the Premier League. I’m writing this the morning after the game;... You…
The Mag
Allan Saint-Maximin explains why Steve Bruce is the greatest manager he has ever played under
Allan Saint-Maximin has been talking about the managers he has played under, including at Newcastle United. United one of the eleven clubs he has played for in his career,…
The Mag
Report: Newcastle players believe struggles are linked to poor transfer decisions
Newcastle United players believe their struggles are linked to poor transfer decisions, according to a report from The Telegraph cited by EPL Index. The team is 13th in the…
EPL Index
Jaissle admits Newcastle players abandoned the game plan in Everton defeat
Matthias Jaissle admitted Newcastle United failed to carry out their game plan in the 1-0 defeat to Everton and says his side were not brave enough.The Newcastle boss was…
Hayters TV
Jamie Carragher declares ‘I fear a little bit for Newcastle United…’
Jamie Carragher expressed concern about Newcastle United's season, citing their recent poor performances, including back-to-back losses to Everton. The team has won one, lost…
The MagThe stands
0 commentsHave your say. Keep it about football. Guest comments are reviewed before appearing publicly.
Be the first to start the conversation.