Santiago Munoz has integrated well into the Newcastle United Under-23 team's hard working style in good manner - says Toon coach Elliott Dickman. The United reserve team manager has turned fortunes around in Premier League 2 and is on course to guide the Magpies to their first play-off spot in three years.
Mexican Under-23 international Munoz, now well into his 18 month loan deal from Santos Laguna, has now shaken off a hamstring injury and scored his first goal for the club in the 4-3 win over West Bromwich Albion. For Dickman, who has watched him build up his fitness behind the scenes, it was a great moment.
The United coach said: "He's had a frustrating time with his injury but fair play against West Brom because he took his goal well and contributed to the team. "It's not just Santi, it was a whole team effort from everyone and I've got to give all the players credit because their attitude was terrific."
