Pep Guardiola has said Manchester City were more concerned with improving as a team than chasing trophies as they prepared for the first leg of their Carabao Cup semi-final away to Newcastle tonight.
Aaron Ramsdale proved decisive as Newcastle United edged past Bournemouth on penalties after a breathless 3-3 draw in their FA Cup third-round tie at St James' Park.
Eddie Howe has admitted Newcastle had work to do in the FA Cup ahead of Saturday's third-round clash with Bournemouth, confirming rotation and updating on club captain Jamaal Lascelles.
Newcastle head coach Eddie Howe has firmly ruled out any move to Manchester United, reaffirming his contentment at St James' Park despite speculation linking him with the Old Trafford vacancy following Ruben Amorim's departure.
Eddie Howe admitted performances must improve as Newcastle United eased some of the pressure on their manager with a 3-1 Premier League victory over Burnley at Turf Moor on Tuesday.
Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe praised his side's resilience after guiding the Magpies to a 3-1 victory over Burnley at Turf Moor on Tuesday.