Eddie Howe reacts to Newcastle United’s Chelsea win - & another huge three Premier League points

Newcastle United climbed back to third in the top flight table with yet another three points on home turf.

A Joe Willock strike in the second half was enough to claim victory at St James’ Park, making it five Premier League wins on the bounce.

And here’s how Eddie Howe reacted to the result. He told BBC: “It was a very good performance today, a very good game between two very good teams. We pressed really well, our fitness levels are high-class. We executed everything, I’m very proud of the players tonight.

“I thought a goal was there for us. There weren’t many clear-cut chances for either team. We felt it was going to be one moment [that would decide the game], and that moment of magic came from Joe Willock.

“We’re not looking to set out markers. We’re very pleased with how we’ve dealt with tonight. We executed our defensive game plan really well.

“We’ve put ourselves in a good position to hopefully kick on. The break has probably come at a bad time for us. We’d like the games to continue.

“There’s more to come from individuals within the team. There are exciting times ahead, but nothing is guaranteed in football. That’s why the work we do in this period is important.”