Football NewsCaughtOffsideUnverified source· 15 Aug 2026
Jaissle Brings Positivity to Newcastle Despite Defeat
New boss Matthias Jaissle has been extremely positive in his first press conferences, even after a loss.
M. Jaissle
coach
Role
New Newcastle manager
Attitude
Extremely positive in first press conferences
Result
Defeat
What happened. Matthias Jaissle has been extremely positive in his first press conferences as Newcastle boss, despite the team's defeat.
- His positivity contrasts with predecessor Eddie Howe's usual demeanor.
- The start of a new season brings excitement, but Newcastle faced a loss.
Jaissle's early tone suggests a fresh approach as he settles into the Newcastle job.
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Newcastle appear short on quality and identity as Matthias Jaissle's Magpies limp to 2-1 Bayer Leverkusen defeat - and an embarrassing kit farce only adds to the suffering at St James' Park, writes CRAIG HOPE
The Guardian
Matthias Jaissle urges fans to ‘keep the optimism’ through ‘transition phase’ | Louise Taylor
Sky Sports
Newcastle appoint Jaissle as Howe's successor
BBC Sport
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