Eddie Howe's Post-Match Insights: Newcastle's Win Over Wolves

Eddie Howe praises team effort after Newcastle's 1-0 Win

Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe praises his team's effort and strategy after securing a 1-0 win over Wolverhampton Wanderers.

“The win was all that mattered but we'd love to win in a better style and score more goals...”

Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe was thrilled with Nick Woltemade's debut performance, praising the German striker for seamlessly adapting to the English top flight. Woltemade scored a decisive header from Jacob Murphy's cross in the first half, securing a 1-0 win over Wolverhampton Wanderers and ending Newcastle's three-match winless streak.

Woltemade's goal not only lifted the mood at St James' Park but also showcased his ability to fit in with Newcastle's existing front line. He linked up well with Harvey Barnes and Jacob Murphy, demonstrating his technical qualities and intelligence on the field. Despite having cramp towards the end of the match, Woltemade's contribution was instrumental in Newcastle's victory.

“It was great to see Nick score on his debut. Very strong, I was very pleased with him. Tactically he understood what we wanted. It was a shift for him, he had cramp at the end. He took his goal brilliantly,” Howe told BBC Sport.

Newcastle United's new signing, Yoane Wissa, won't make his debut against Wolverhampton Wanderers due to a knee injury sustained during international duty with DR Congo. Manager Eddie Howe confirmed Wissa will undergo further medical assessment to determine the severity of the injury. Wissa faces a tough challenge to be fit for Newcastle's Champions League opener against Barcelona next Thursday.

THREE POINTS AT ST. JAMES' PARK! 🤩 pic.twitter.com/AfKLplduNg

— Newcastle United (@NUFC) September 13, 2025

Nick Woltemade, another new signing, made a promising debut against Wolves, linking up well with Harvey Barnes and Jacob Murphy. His performance showcased his ability to fit in with Newcastle's existing front line. Unfortunately, fellow new signing Jacob Ramsey won't be available for selection, having suffered an ankle injury that may keep him sidelined until October.

Coach Howe's Thoughts on Woltemade and Wissa

Newcastle United's manager Eddie Howe remains open to exploring different attacking combinations, including pairing Nick Woltemade and Yoane Wissa. “It's something we can do and we will look at. I don't know if we want to change the tactical framework too much but I'll never rule anything out,” Howe said, highlighting his willingness to adapt and find the right balance for the team.

“I thought we played pretty well after the first five minutes. The fact we haven't won a game puts more pressure on you in the latter stages,” Howe said.

“The win was all that mattered but we'd love to win in a better style and score more goals. We are defending well as a team.”

The boss on today's win at St. James' Park 🗣️ pic.twitter.com/y4BDzQONzY

— Newcastle United (@NUFC) September 13, 2025

Match Highlights

Woltemade's debut goal secured a 1-0 win for Newcastle over Wolverhampton Wanderers. The team withstood intense pressure early on, with goalkeeper Nick Pope making crucial saves from Rodrigo Gomes and Hwang Hee-chan within the first minute. Meanwhile, Jacob Murphy had two promising chances for Newcastle, showcasing the team's attacking potential.

Newcastle United will host Barcelona at St. James' Park on Thursday, September 18, in their UEFA Champions League opener. The match is scheduled for 8 pm BST, with broadcast rights held by DAZN in select countries, including the US, Canada, and New Zealand, as well as CBS for English-language coverage in the US.

Given the significant difference in form between the two teams, Barcelona is predicted to have an edge, with odds of 2.1 for an away win compared to Newcastle's 3.2 for a home win. The predicted scoreline is 1:1, indicating a potentially tight match.

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Newcastle United will be without Yoane Wissa due to injury and Jacob Ramsey, who is out until the next international break. Despite these setbacks, Newcastle's home advantage and passionate fan base could provide the motivation needed to challenge the strong Barcelona side.

Future Prospects

With this win, Newcastle next hosts Barcelona in their Champions League opener. Eddie Howe is optimistic about the team's performance, highlighting their solid defensive play. He also expressed interest in exploring potential combinations between Woltemade and fellow new signing Yoane Wissa, who is yet to make his debut due to an injury