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Simon Bird

Eddie Howe opens up on emotional confessionals behind Newcastle's rise into top four

Eddie Howe has revealed the deep personal meetings which helped turn Newcastle into top four contenders.

The Newcastle boss celebrated a year in charge of the Toon this week, and more details have emerged of how he’s created a supportive “family” atmosphere at the club.

Twelve months ago they were bottom of the league without a win. This November they are third in the Premier League with 27 points and the best defensive record in the division. Howe says he focused on the positives when taking over from Steve Bruce last year, and immediately found he had a squad of “good lads” who wanted to learn and be coached.

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