Eddie Howe wants more from Newcastle despite good start in Premier League

NEWCASTLE: Newcastle United are having to deal with increased expectations this season, according to Eddie Howe, with the head coach admitting the Magpies’ Premier League start has yet to live up to his own high standards.

Howe’s men have lost just one of their opening seven games this season, including six played in the Premier League.

However, just one of those six top-flight games ended in victory, with four draws and a late loss to Liverpool completing the set.

“I’m not happy with it. I want more points, I want to win every game,” said Howe when discussing the Magpies’ 2022/23 campaign so far.

“There’s always swings and roundabouts, it never always goes for you, but I thought we should have got something from Liverpool. There’s more points we’ve left out there, but it’s up to us to improve those slight margins.

“I’m sure expectations have been raised, although certainly not by me or anyone connected internally. I think we’ve just tried to go about our business in the way that we feel benefits the team and improves the team,” he said.

“Obviously, when you sign players for transfer fees, that creates a buzz and excitement, and rightly so. But we just have to create an environment where the players are able to perform and give their best under the most minimal pressure possible.”

One of the bright sparks for United this season has been the emergence of youngster Elliot Anderson.

The 19-year-old Geordie made his first Premier League appearance under Howe in the 1-1 draw at Wolves, hitting the bar in the closing stages. He had a transformative impact when used off the bench by Howe again against Crystal Palace last weekend, although for all his enterprising play, he could not unlock the door for the Magpies.

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