League: EPL Sport: Soccer Country: England Category: Scores & Results

Malick Thiaw emphasizes European ambitions for Newcastle ahead of season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 6:30 PM

Last updated Aug 12, 2026

Malick Thiaw emphasizes European ambitions for Newcastle ahead of season

Summary

Malick Thiaw of Newcastle United expressed confidence in the team's prospects ahead of the Premier League season following a transformational summer. With the departure of key players including Bruno Guimaraes and Sandro Tonali, Thiaw insists the squad remains focused on European qualification. The 25-year-old defender, who recently received the captain's armband, acknowledged the challenge but believes in the capabilities of both the returning squad and new additions. Newcastle previously finished 12th in the league, raising questions about their immediate goals.

Source Links

Yahoo Sports

By the Numbers

•Thiaw believes Newcastle can target European qualification despite key departures.
•Manager Matthias Jaissle replaced Eddie Howe this summer.
•Thiaw was named captain after the team's preseason victory over Valencia.
•Newcastle finished 12th in the Premier League last season.
•Thiaw expresses optimism about the squad's new arrivals contributing quickly.

Latest Updates

6:30 PMYahoo Sports — Newcastle Star Sends Defiant Message Before Premier League Season

What they're saying

"
Newcastle United has entered a dramatically different era this summer, with manager Matthias Jaissle replacing Eddie Howe and several established leaders leaving St. James’ Park in Bruno Guimaraes, Sandro Tonali and Anthony Gordon. With last season’s three best players all gone, others within the squad are set to take on greater responsibility. One of them, […]
— Yahoo Sports

Related Teams & Leagues

Newcastle United EPL Soccer