Football
Eddie Howe hospitalised and undergoing tests as Newcastle boss set to miss Man Utd game
Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe is undergoing tests in hospital after falling ill on Friday night. The 47-year-old is believed to be conscious and talking with family, but he is set to miss Manchester United’s visit to the north-east on Sunday afternoon.
The Magpies have released a statement, which reads: “Eddie Howe will miss tomorrow’s game against Manchester United due to illness. The Magpies’ head coach was admitted to hospital late on Friday evening having felt unwell for a number of days. Everyone at Newcastle United extends their best wishes to Eddie for a speedy recovery, and further updates will follow in due course.”
