Eddie Howe challenged his Newcastle United squad to emulate the 1997 side that defeated Barcelona. Speaking before the club's upcoming European match, Howe stated he wants people to discuss the current team in the future. He emphasised that players should seize the opportunity to create their own history, according to Sky Sports. The head coach referenced the 3-2 victory over the Spanish champions 29 years ago as a benchmark for the club.
Newcastle United currently sits ninth in the Premier League table following a 2-1 defeat against Fulham, per the Premier League. The squad has faced significant injury concerns throughout the season, with Sven Botman and Jamaal Lascelles remaining long-term absentees due to knee ligament injuries. Howe noted that the current crop of players has the potential to be remembered for decades if they succeed on the continental stage. The Magpies aim to progress further in European competition to match previous club achievements, according to The Guardian.
