Eddie Howe said he "let rip" at his Newcastle United players during a "fifteen-minute reality check" in Leverkusen after the Magpies allowed another late goal to undermine their Champions League ambitions.
Kieran Trippier's continued absence looms large over Newcastle United as the club navigates a punishing December schedule.
Eddie Howe has acknowledged that Newcastle United are entering a challenging period, with injuries leaving the club short of full-back options.
Eddie Howe has urged Newcastle United to respond with purpose after their narrow Champions League setback in Marseille, insisting the squad are "still learning" but fully focused on reigniting their Premier League form at Everton on Saturday.
Eddie Howe admitted it was "very evident" that Nick Woltemade had caused Manchester City constant problems as Newcastle United extended their remarkable home run with a 2-1 victory at St James' Park.
Harvey Barnes' second-half double earned Newcastle a stunning 2–1 victory over Manchester City, handing Eddie Howe his first Premier League win over Pep Guardiola.