Newcastle appoint Jaissle as new head coach

LONDON: Newcastle have appointed Matthias Jaissle as their new head coach following Eddie Howe’s departure, the English Premier League club announced Wednesday.
The 38-year-old Jaissle, a former Germany Under-21 international, was previously in charge of Saudi side Al-Ahli but has no prior experience of managing a top-flight club.

We’re delighted to announce the appointment of Matthias Jaissle as Newcastle United head coach.

Welcome to the club, Matthias!pic.twitter.com/C1kNstwg8X

— Newcastle United (@NUFC) August 5, 2026

“It is an incredible honor to become head coach of Newcastle United,” said Jaissle.
“This is one of the biggest clubs in European football, with a unique history, identity and supporter base, and I am excited to experience that passion and connection first-hand.
“When Newcastle United comes your way, you take notice. The ambition of the club, the vision for the future and the opportunity ahead made this an incredibly compelling place to be. I have followed the club’s journey closely in recent years and the progress that has been made is clear for everyone to see.”

Matthias Jaissle is here pic.twitter.com/4SIW65cwjl

— Newcastle United (@NUFC) August 5, 2026

Jaissle was forced to end his playing career due to injury at the age of 25.
His first managerial job came with Austrian side Liefering, whom he led to a second-placed finish in the second tier, the club’s joint best-ever position.
Jaissle took charge at Red Bull Salzburg in 2021, winning successive Austrian titles as well as the Austrian Cup.
Jaissle joined Al-Ahli in 2023 and led them to AFC Champions League titles in 2025 and 2026.
In his five years at Newcastle, Howe revitalized a club that had struggled for decades.

This is Matthias