Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe has expressed gratitude for the support he’s received while recovering in hospital after being diagnosed with pneumonia. The 47-year-old sought medical attention on Friday evening after experiencing prolonged illness, and the club confirmed on Saturday that he would not be on the sidelines for their weekend clash against Manchester United.
Despite Howe’s absence, the Magpies delivered an emphatic 4-1 victory at St James’ Park. Assistant coach Jason Tindall, who stepped in for the fixture, revealed that Howe watched the match from his hospital bed. In a statement shared through the club, Howe thanked the fans, staff, and wider football community for their messages and encouragement.
Tribute to NHS and Temporary Coaching Changes
Howe also took the opportunity to recognize the medical team currently treating him, saying he was especially thankful for the care provided by NHS professionals. He remains under specialist supervision and is focused on regaining full health before returning to his role.
During his recovery, coaching duties will be shared between Tindall and fellow first-team coach Graeme Jones. The pair are set to guide the squad through the upcoming Premier League fixtures against Crystal Palace and Aston Villa on April 16 and 19 respectively. The club indicated that updates regarding Howe’s condition will be shared when appropriate and reiterated their continued support for him and his family.
Recent Success and Career Overview
Howe has enjoyed notable success during his tenure with the Magpies, including a landmark victory in the Carabao Cup final last month, where Newcastle claimed their first major domestic trophy in seven decades with a win over Liverpool at Wembley. The team currently occupies fourth place in the Premier League table.
Appointed in November 2021, the Amersham native succeeded Steve Bruce and has since overseen 165 matches across all competitions, recording 84 wins, 36 draws, and 45 losses. Under his leadership, Newcastle famously triumphed over Paris St-Germain in the Champions League group stage during the 2023–24 season, although they did not advance further.
Prior to his time at Newcastle, Howe managed Bournemouth in two separate spells and briefly led Burnley. While he has been linked to the England national team job in the past, Howe confirmed he was not considered during the most recent selection process, which resulted in Thomas Tuchel taking the helm.
