Eddie Howe has explained why Sven Botman was benched for Newcastle United's 1-1 draw with AFC Bournemouth.
The Dutchman - who knocked on Howe's door when left out of the opening game against Nottingham Forest - found himself named as a substitute against the Cherries with Dan Burn picked ahead of him. But Howe has explained why he decided to make a change despite the fact Botman had helped Newcastle to a clean sheet against Crystal Palace only a fortnight ago.
He said: "We managed their load in the week where we had three games, so that was bringing Dan back.
