Exclusive: Eddie Howe praises Newcastle’s ‘mindset’ following ‘unprecedented’ injury situation prior to facing Arsenal.

Eddie Howe, the Newcastle boss, has praised his team for their resilience in the face of a “unique” injury crisis as they prepare to face Arsenal. The Magpies have been plagued by injuries this season, forcing them to call up young players like Lewis Miley to fill in. Despite this, Newcastle are currently unbeaten in their last five matches, although they have conceded four goals in a draw with Luton Town and nine goals in their last four matches.

Currently sitting in eighth place, Newcastle still have a chance of securing a Europa League spot. Howe acknowledged the team’s defensive struggles but emphasized the importance of positive results. He stated, “We pride ourselves on putting a lot of work into that area of the game. So that’s certainly something for us to improve so I think there’s always two sides to look at it.”

Looking ahead to their match against Arsenal, Howe acknowledged the threat posed by Mikel Arteta’s side, who are currently in their second consecutive title challenge. He highlighted the need for a strong defensive performance, stating, “Going to Arsenal we’re going to need to be very good defensively, because of the season that they’ve had. They’re very good in attacking play.”

Despite Arsenal’s recent defeat to Porto in the Champions League, Howe believes that playing twice in a week does not necessarily put a team at a disadvantage, as long as they have a strong squad. He praised Arsenal’s performances this season, noting their defensive solidity and creativity.

In conclusion, Howe commended Newcastle’s persistence and the players who have stepped up in the absence of senior figures. He highlighted the team’s never-give-up attitude and their ability to respond to difficult situations. Despite the challenges they have faced, Howe emphasized the importance of making the best of the situation and praised the mentality of his players.

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