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'Not good for our health' - Eddie Howe verdict as Newcastle United need penalties to keep cup dream alive

Eddie Howe has spoken of his relief after Newcastle United squeezed through on penalties against Crystal Palace.

The Magpies drew 0-0 over 90 minutes before Nick Pope helped United through to the last 16. with three saves in the shoot-out. After the game Howe said: "It's exciting for everyone at the end, although not good for our health, but happy to get through.

"We know we can play much better than that but there are reasons, many of those playing haven't had much gametime.

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