Jaissle already 'in love' with Hall contributionpublished at 17:25 BST 10 September
17:25 BST 10 September
Ciaran Kelly Newcastle United reporter
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Matthias Jaissle could not have been clearer last month.
When Manchester United legend Peter Schmeichel informed him that his former side were looking at Lewis Hall, the Newcastle United head coach uttered two simple words in response.
"No chance," he said.
Newcastle sold Bruno Guimaraes, Sandro Tonali and Anthony Gordon during a summer of huge change, but the club were unequivocal about Hall.
The defender now looks set to sign a new deal.
"Without speaking about his contract, I can just say that I'm in love with what I've seen so far from him," Jaissle said at his news conference on Thursday.
"He's an amazing player with huge potential still, and this makes me so happy to, hopefully, have him here for the next years in the long term."
Hall has been a real outlet for Newcastle under Jaissle and grabbed his second assist of the campaign after setting up Joe Willock's late winner in the 1-0 victory at Millwall in the Carabao Cup earlier this week.
It feels like there is still more to come from the 22-year-old, who is pushing for a recall to the England squad after missing out on the World Cup.
"He's fitting so good to this identity, how we want to play football," Jaissle said. "Again he's doing an excellent job."
Jaissle on Dedic injury, being 'in love' with Hall and Elland Road testpublished at 16:24 BST 10 September
16:24 BST 10 September
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Newcastle United boss Matthias Jaissle has been speaking to the media before Monday's Premier League game against Leeds United at Elland Road (kick-off 20:00 BST).
Here are the key lines from his news conference:
Despite being forced off the pitch against Millwall, Amar Dedic's hamstring injury "doesn't look too serious". However, it is unclear whether the right-back will be available for selection.
Jaissle confirmed Lewis Miley, who is a natural central midfielder, is still an option at right-back.
Summer signing Matias Fernandez-Pardo is "getting closer" to first-team action. Jaissle explained: "We need to be smart with his load management, but he is getting more minutes now. He's had almost a full training week, which will help him a lot." A late decision will be made around his availability.
On Bazoumana Toure and Aladji Bamba struggling for game time: "We said we would give them time from the beginning. We aren't externally pushing them to get more minutes. We are encouraging their normal progress and we are supporting them in getting there."
Lukas Hornicek is "doing an amazing job so far" in goal. The 24-year-old is "performing so well and dealing with the pressure of the Premier League" after signing from Portuguese top-flight side Braga this summer.
On why he would like Lewis Hall to pen a new contract: "I'm in love with what I've seen from him. He is an amazing player with huge potential. It makes me so happy that I could potentially have him here in the long term."
On being unbeaten in his first five games in charge: "We are happy with the start we have had. It definitely isn't normal after such a short amount of time together, but we want to continue that journey. We are ambitious but we are also realistic."
He added: "We haven't had much training time but I'm impressed with how open-minded the players are, how fast they learn and how committed they are to what we are doing. It is a huge advantage if you already have these fundamentals in place. It makes me happy."
Jaissle intends on revealing his "five- or six-player" leadership group "in a couple of days", but he also wants to extend "the responsibility and the privilege" of being a leader to all of his players this season.
"Top team" Leeds United, who are also on an unbeaten run in the Premier League, have already shown "how they can challenge every opponent" this season.
On whether he will look to park the bus: "You obviously want to put your stamp on the pitch but we will need to be smart, adjust and use our momentum in the game. It is easier said than done sometimes, but we have more than one plan."
It will be "special" to experience the Elland Road atmosphere. He added: "If we - both our players and our fans - can match it, we can take home a good result."
Premier League releases festive football schedulepublished at 16:14 BST 10 September
16:14 BST 10 September
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The Premier League has announced it will stage seven matches on Boxing Day this year after releasing its festive schedule.
Four fixtures will be staged at 15:00 GMT, with further matches played at 12:30, 17:30 and 20:00.
The fixture programme for 26 December, which falls on a Saturday in 2026, is considerably bigger than last year, when one game was held.
Three matches will be played on Sunday, 27 December, while three further rounds of games will be held over a period up to Thursday, 7 January.
A round of evening midweek fixtures will staged on 29-30 December, while Leeds will host Everton (20:00) for the only match on New Year's Day.
The remainder of that round will be held over the weekend of 2-3 January, with the fourth round of games spread across the evenings of 5-7 January.
The Premier League has brought forward the announcement of fixture scheduling over the Christmas and New Year period after consultation with both broadcast partners and the Football Supporters' Association and representatives from club Fan Advisory Boards.
Television scheduling for Premier League fixtures has been announced up to Monday, 2 November, with broadcast selections for the remaining games in November and December to be announced in the weeks commencing 21 September and 19 October respectively.
The Premier League has guaranteed clubs at least a 60-hour break between fixtures over the festive period to address the concerns over a congested festive schedule that follows recent expansions of the European and international calendars.
'Jaissle has belief in Willock' - Anderson published at 09:13 BST 10 September
09:13 BST 10 September
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Joe Willock's Newcastle journey has been full of ups and downs.
After an emphatic start to life on Tyneside under former boss Steve Bruce during the 2020-21 campaign, the 27-year-old's goalscoring form has considerably slowed down.
In 14 appearances on loan, Willock scored eight goals, seven of which were in consecutive games to equal Alan Shearer's club record.
However, after his £20m arrival in August 2021 on a six-year deal, the goals were harder to come by.
Former Magpies defender John Anderson told BBC Radio Newcastle: "When he was on loan here everyone was saying sign him. When you sign him, the goals then dry up."
Willock has featured in 173 games for Newcastle since his permanent move, scoring 13 goals.
But with a new manager in town, and a string of games under his belt, could this be the time Willock proves his worth at Newcastle?
"He worked his socks off [against Millwall]. He is getting his opportunities because of the injury to Will Osula, but he is doing well," added Anderson.
"He has not had a sustained period of being in the side and playing consistent games. Matthias Jaissle has come in and given him the opportunity and he obviously has belief in him.
"The goal was a great finish. When players know that the manager has got belief in them, it gives them the confidence and them the belief to go and perform."
Gossip: Newcastle still open to Hall sale published at 06:56 BST 10 September
06:56 BST 10 September
Newcastle could still sell Lewis Hall next summer despite left-back, recently linked with a move to Manchester United, reportedly agreeing a new contract with the Magpies until 2031. (TalkSport), external
Dan: As dominant as we were, that was pretty much our first team struggling to break down a sub-par Millwall, who are also not yet getting going in the Championship. While there is optimism following early Premier League showings, caution needs to be taken. Let's see where the next two games see us before the international break.
John: We had plenty of possession but there was a lack of quality, creativity and clinical finishing, which limited us to just one goal. Millwall played well, but we should've threatened their goal more.
Cliff: At this early stage, results are paramount and performance is secondary. We are unbeaten this season and that in itself is the confidence booster our young team needs. If we can become hard to beat, that will set us up nicely for the rest of the season. Maybe we can lift the Carabao Cup again and double up with the FA Cup and a Europa League place?
Ian: We played awfully most of the game, but we came away with the win. They need to get on the training ground and practice corners, free-kicks and throw-ins. Half of the team didn't know where the ball was going.
Farhan: Whenever anyone questions Joe Willock's contributions to Newcastle United, he goes and wins us the game. An incredible guy and a good performance. I thoroughly enjoyed it.
Willock hopes to add 'missing' goals to gamepublished at 11:14 BST 9 September
11:14 BST 9 September
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Newcastle showed maturity to overcome a raucous atmosphere and spirited opponent in Millwall to reach the fourth round of the Carabao Cup, says Joe Willock.
Matthias Jaissle named a strong team for the third-round tie at The Den but struggled to fire in front of goal and a penalty shootout was looming until Willock found the net nine minutes from time.
"I think it was a good game," the 27-year-old told BBC Radio Newcastle.
"We came here knowing it would be a good atmosphere. We had to do the fundamentals right. The gaffer told us before the game they were big on second balls so we had a good second ball game and dominated the game.
"We should have put a few chances away in the first half but in the second half we managed to do it so I'm really happy to go to the next round. I think it was a mature performance."
Willock turned Lewis Hall's drilled cross into the net with his weaker left foot to break the deadlock in South London - and joked about the inspiration behind his bobbled finish.
"I gave it a little Mesut [Ozil] - a little bounce into the ground!," he added.
"I've been working on that in training!
"It was a good pass from Hally [Lewis Hall]. We spoke before about how if he gets in that position he should cut it back as we knew they had big defenders and we wanted to exploit the cut-back position.
"It was good that he did that and it was a good finish on my left foot to be fair. I want to score more goals, I think that is something missing from my game, so I'm happy to score today and hopefully I can continue giving my all for the team and scoring more goals."
Millwall 0-1 Newcastle: What Jaissle saidpublished at 07:57 BST 9 September
07:57 BST 9 September
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Newcastle boss Matthias Jaissle, speaking to Radio Newcastle after the Magpies' 1-0 win in the Carabao Cup third round: "We are really pleased with the result. We did the job.
"That's always the most important thing in the cup match, especially here against Millwall. We knew that it was going to be hard, that it will be a challenge.
"We made the right step compared to the first half against Bournemouth. We matched the physical approach from the opponent and that's something we can build on.
On Joe Willock's performance: "He's really important, especially when he is scoring. Not only Willock, but the whole team and how they believe in each element of the game. In a mentality way, we are really pleased to see that. Now it is already the focus on Leeds. We regenerate, and we build everything up for the Leeds match."
On starting Lukas Hornicek in goal: "In general, it is not only Lukas. I think you saw we didn't want to rotate too much today.
"Against Leeds, a couple of days away, so that gave us the opportunity to stick with most of the starting 11 from players against Bournemouth. That was the reason behind it."
On settling into his new role: "Well, I expected a lot, so I am not so much surprised. I knew that every match would be unbelievably tough and hard to manage, but the level the players showed already is great.
"It is something special after being here for such a short amount of time, seeing a group and seeing such a unit on the pitch. That is something we can really build on."
Midfielder Joe Willock, 27, will be offered a new contract by Newcastle if he continues to perform well under Matthias Jaissle. (Football Insider), external
You can also listen to today's 5 Live EFL Cup commentary on your smart speaker. Just say "Alexa, ask BBC Sounds to play Crystal Palace v Middlesbrough" or "Alexa, ask BBC Sounds to play the Crystal Palace match".
Jaissle 'might have to calm down a bit' - Howeypublished at 16:33 BST 8 September
16:33 BST 8 September
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Steve Howey says Matthias Jaissle "might have to calm down" on the touchline after picking up his first booking as Newcastle head coach on Saturday.
Jaissle was shown a yellow card by referee Rob Jones for repeatedly leaving his technical area in the second half against Bournemouth.
"I think he's got to be careful because it will be identified by the officials," said former defender Howey on BBC Radio Newcastle. "A lot of the managers do step outside of their technical area, and some are a lot worse than others and get away with it, but maybe it's something they are going to clamp down on this season.
"There was something around the way he spoke to one of the referees in one of the games - I won't say which one - but it did come across as very sarcastic when it didn't have to be. So I do think he's got to be a little bit careful.
"The fans like to see a manager fully-invested and fully-involved rather than someone who just sits down, but I think he might have to calm down just a little bit.
"He's the new manager on the block and very few people knew much about him, but they know now he's more than animated on the side.
"For the vast majority of it, I don't have a problem with it, it's just when it oversteps the line."
Gabe: It makes no sense to talk about missing Woltemade's 'presence' against Bournemouth. Whatever his other qualities, that was never one. Lacked the strength to be a hold-up option and didn't have the pace to be the out-ball.
Ian: "Long balls for Woltemarde to hold up"? Did the person suggesting that actually see him play last season? Two things Woltemarde isn't... One - an aerial threat - he's never had to jump in his life, and it shows. Two - a physical presence who can shield the ball until reinforcements arrive.
Carrsy: Woltemade has no great physical presence and gets bullied by centre halves. The player we might miss is Osula for speed and strength.
No public season target for Jaisslepublished at 11:58 BST 8 September
11:58 BST 8 September
Ciaran Kelly Newcastle United reporter
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Matthias Jaissle remains unbeaten in his first four games in charge of Newcastle United.
However, only three of the club's eight summer signings - Lukas Hornicek, Amar Dedic and Nico Gonzalez - started in the 2-2 draw against Bournemouth.
It felt like a reminder of the time it will take some of the new arrivals to bed in, during what Jaissle has repeatedly called a "transition phase".
Newcastle have forecast a range of financial scenarios, depending on where the club finish this season, but sporting director Ross Wilson maintained the German has not been set a specific target for the campaign.
Chief executive David Hopkinson, though, reiterated that Newcastle's ultimate ambition is to "consistently and credibly compete" for the top honours in the long run.
After entering into a Uefa settlement, following a breach of the European football governing body's financial rules, Hopkinson stressed Newcastle needed to be compliant with the game's regulations to do so.
The Magpies have set out to boost revenues by 50% between now and 2030 - mainly through sponsorship deals - but trading players will remain a key part of the club's strategy in order to reinvest.
"We want to have players here who are on a journey with us," Wilson said. "Equally, if some of those players' journeys go at rapid speed, they might go somewhere else but, of course, that is normal. That is part of football."
Although Newcastle had prepared for the departures of Anthony Gordon and Sandro Tonali, to Barcelona and Tottenham respectively, the club had never planned to lose talisman Bruno Guimaraes.
Newcastle also had to readjust during the window after top targets Victor Munoz and Johan Manzambi joined Liverpool and Aston Villa respectively.
However, aside from Guimaraes going to Arsenal, Wilson claimed "everything else that happened during the window was part of the plan".
"That does not mean that every single player [who signed] was the number one name on our list, but that's never the case in any transfer window," he said.
"Clearly we were disappointed a couple of times but, again, that is normal. No club goes into the window and reaches the end getting every target they set out to get. If they say they did, it is a lie."
Jaissle ready for 'special atmosphere' at Millwallpublished at 14:41 BST 7 September
14:41 BST 7 September
Ciaran Kelly Newcastle United reporter
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Matthias Jaissle did not necessarily know a huge amount about the Den a couple of weeks ago.
But the Newcastle United head coach quickly clocked the reaction of long-serving staff after his side were drawn against Millwall in the Carabao Cup third round.
He heard a "crazy game" was in store.
"The atmosphere will be a bit special down there," he said about Tuesday night's tie against Alex Neil's Championship outfit. "I'm aware of that, but it doesn't influence my coaching.
"It should not influence the players. We need to have the focus on the pitch and what we can influence. If we are doing a good job, we can go a round further."
New signing Matias Fernandez-Pardo could feature once again, following a bright cameo on his debut against Bournemouth at the weekend, while fellow summer recruit Aladji Bamba will also hope to be involved.
Bamba joined Newcastle from Monaco in a deal worth up to £34m, but he has only made one substitute appearance to date.
"AB is a young lad with huge potential, but also we need to be patient with him," Jaissle said.
"We need to give him the time for the adaptation. Everyone responds a little bit differently to the physicality and intensity of the game."
"We lack a bit of depth. Nick Woltemade could have been used in that game. If you brought Woltemade in you could neutralise them by playing a long ball to the front and not playing out from the back," said Kohli.
The German forward featured from the bench in Juve's 1-1 draw against AC Milan at the weekend, but failed to make an impact in his 20-minute cameo.
Although Woltemade endured a tough first season at Newcastle, do you think his presence will be missed? And does Matthias Jaissle have enough tactical depth or flexibility built into this squad?
Jack: Thought Bournemouth's Premier League experience did them wonders. Kept the ball and managed the time in the game well, while our inexperience led to unnecessary challenges and a wastefulness with the ball. Spirit was there, and we can definitely score goals... I think once the experience catches up, we'll be a very decent outfit.
Sam: I thought Sven Botman and Malick Thiaw were very poor. Lewis Miley had a rare bad game and Nico Gonzalez was neutralised. Harvey Barnes was doing Harvey Barnes things as always, but excited by Matias Fernandez-Pardo's 30-minute cameo.
Mickey: Last season, if we went one goal down we would struggle to get even a draw. It's a different mentality this season. Our defence needs to tighten up, and with some of our injured players coming back, we'll do OK this season. This draw wasn't our best performance, but we're still unbeaten.
Mark: Considering we have several new players and Bournemouth are a very decent team, I'm happy with a draw so early in the season. Better to come, I'm sure. Up the Toon.
Bournemouth fans
Paul: They are conceding late goals because the intensity of their first-half pressing leaves them exhausted and dropping deeper towards the end of the second half. Both their goals were from freak deflections.
Mike: Oh dear. Marco Rose's "tactics" have now cost us seven points - so sorry for the players. Early in the season but must, regrettably, seriously consider change before it is too late.
Terry: Poor again. Best team in the league first half, worst in second. Poor subs and made too late. Where are the new players? Will they get their chance on Tuesday, or are we going out to a low-level team again? Bubble has burst. Is this what we've got to look forward to? Not confident in the team, but basically the same one as last season. After 59 years as a supporter, I will always be a Cherry. Come on, you Reds.
Jeff: Once again, we didn't score enough when dominating. Rayan is wasted out on the wing when he should be playing through the middle with Evanilson. Surely it's time for him and Justin Kluivert to switch positions?
Burn's absence has not gone unnoticedpublished at 09:44 BST 7 September
09:44 BST 7 September
Tom Gayle Match of the Day commentator at St James' Park
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"We're on the telly!" Perhaps not the exact words uttered by Dan Burn Jr, but based upon his big smile and thumbs up once realising both he and his dad had made their way on to the St James' Park big screen on Saturday, I think I'm safe in my assumption.
The VIP box was as close as Burn Sr got to the weekend's draw with Bournemouth. Injury has ruled him out of action until after the September international break, and his absence in the heart of the Newcastle defence hasn't gone unnoticed.
During the first half in particular, there were numerous examples of both captain Malik Thiaw and Sven Botman looking far from assured with their actions. I wouldn't say the England international is markedly a better defender than either of his team-mates, but what we do know is that Burn is a natural leader who would have helped steady those palpable nerves.
England boss Thomas Tuchel has previously pointed out the importance of the 33-year-old's communication skills both on and off the pitch, while former Newcastle head coach Eddie Howe frequently sang Burn's praises, repeatedly drawing reference to his "consistency" and being someone the team "can rely on".
Such a character and personality is exactly what Newcastle need right now as they look to evolve.
Matthias Jaissle has called for supporters to be patient with their "brave project" of working with more younger players this season. A fully fit Burn will be invaluable to helping the new head coach achieve this goal.
Ramsey hopes to be key figure in Jaissle's sidepublished at 08:55 BST 7 September
08:55 BST 7 September
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After salvaging a draw for his side against Bournemouth, Jacob Ramsey told BBC Radio Newcastle that he was "buzzing" to make an impact from the bench.
The midfielder said: "This time last season we would probably lose them.
"It's a little bit disappointing to not play more in the Premier League games. It is just football. Football can change within a switch.
"Hopefully I have shown I am more than capable to play. Two tough games, especially the first game of the season. Even last weekend [against Tottenham], I thought we played really well.
"I thought the performance in the second half [against Bournemouth] was much better, and it was good not to lose.
"There's been a bit of negativity around the club this summer, losing three or four big players.
"Last season probably didn't go as well as planned. New start, new manager, fresh start. Looking forward to it.
"I am a big believer in myself. I know I can be playing in this team and be one of the main players."
Gossip: Magpies weigh up new deal for Murphypublished at 06:50 BST 7 September
06:50 BST 7 September
Newcastle United attacking midfielder Jacob Murphy's contract runs out next summer but the 31-year-old could be offered a new deal at the Tyneside club. (Football Insider), external
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