Eddie Howe expresses his discontent with Moises Caicedo’s ‘very subpar challenge’ on Anthony Gordon during Newcastle’s loss in the EFL Cup.
During a recent interview, Mauricio Pochettino, the manager of Tottenham Hotspur, conveyed his strong determination to secure a championship in England. Among the various tournaments he has his eye on, Pochettino is particularly concentrating on his team’s upcoming challenging match against Newcastle United in the League Cup.
In the meantime, Eddie Howe, the manager of Newcastle, was furious with Moises Caicedo, a midfielder from Chelsea, for his irresponsible tackle that led to Anthony Gordon being substituted during their elimination from the EFL Cup. Howe criticized the tackle as being of low quality and expressed his disappointment at witnessing one of his attacking players being forced to leave the game. Gordon experienced intense discomfort after the incident, while Emil Krafth sustained a severe cut on his shin. These injuries further increase Howe’s worries, as he has already faced a substantial number of players missing from his team in the previous month.
The Newcastle match was a tumultuous affair, particularly for Kieran Trippier. The ex-England player, who has been struggling with his performance lately, committed a mistake that enabled Mykhailo Mudryk to score Chelsea’s last-minute equalizer, leading to a penalty shootout. Regrettably for Trippier, his troubles persisted when he failed to score his penalty in the shootout, adding to Newcastle’s loss. Nevertheless, Howe swiftly came to his player’s defense, highlighting Trippier’s significance to the team and appealing for support during this difficult time.
With the holiday season drawing near, both Pochettino and Howe will be optimistic about achieving favorable outcomes in their individual pursuits. Pochettino remains determined to secure a trophy in England, serving as a strong motivation for Tottenham. On the other hand, Howe aims to overcome injury setbacks and lead Newcastle to triumph in the Premier League.