Newcastle appoints Matthias Jaissle as head coach following Howe's exit

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Last updated Aug 11, 2026

Newcastle appoints Matthias Jaissle as head coach following Howe's exit
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Newcastle United has officially announced Matthias Jaissle as their new head coach on August 5, 2026. Jaissle replaces Eddie Howe, who stepped down from his role at St James' Park. The club reportedly paid £9.5 million in compensation to Saudi side Al Ahli, where Jaissle previously worked. The German coach expressed his excitement about the club's ambitions, citing a clear vision and strong leadership. Jaissle has already begun working with the squad currently in training at La Manga, Spain, with his first match scheduled for a pre-season friendly against Valencia on August 12.

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  • Jaissle signs a four-year deal with Newcastle.
  • He previously won two Asian Champions League titles with Al Ahli.
  • Newcastle's CEO stated Jaissle was the standout candidate.
  • Jaissle emphasizes a strong commitment to the club's vision.
  • First match in charge will be against Valencia on August 12.
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  • 7:37 PMYahoo SportsOfficial: Newcastle United confirm Jaissle appointment
  • 7:25 PMYahoo SportsNewcastle United appoint Matthias Jaissle as new head coach
  • 7:12 PMESPN SoccerNewcastle name Jaissle new coach, replacing Howe
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German officially announced as Howe’s successor ‘This an incredibly compelling place to be’ Matthias Jaissle has described Newcastle “as an incredibly compelling place to be” after finally formalising his managerial move from Saudi Arabia’s Al-Ahli. The 38-year-old German has been with his new players at their training camp in La Manga, southern Spain, since last Saturday but, despite also falling under the ownership of Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund, Al-Ahli took time to provide Newcastle with some vital paperwork regarding the release of a head coach they were extremely reluctant to lose. Continue reading...

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Newcastle confirmed the hiring of 38-year-old Matthias Jaissle as coach Wednesday to replace Eddie Howe, who stepped down after nearly five years in charge. The German coach will immediately take charge of the Magpies in Spain at their preseason training camp, which concludes Saturday with a friendly match against Valencia at Mestalla Stadium. The Premier League club did not specify the length of Jaissle’s contract.

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Matthias Jaissle’s first week as Newcastle United head coach has been dominated by change, with the Magpies navigating a summer rebuild following the departures of several senior stars and, lastly, captain Bruno Guimaraes. While supporters are focused on who could arrive next and still decide whether or not Jaissle is the right man to lead […]

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