Newcastle United appoints Matthias Jaissle as new head coach
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 6:20 PM
Last updated Aug 5, 2026
Newcastle United has confirmed the hiring of Matthias Jaissle as head coach following Eddie Howe's departure last month. Jaissle, 38, previously managed at Red Bull Salzburg, leading them to their first Champions League knockout phase. He expressed ambition for the club, stating a commitment to fostering improvement and success. The team also faces upcoming challenges, including potential player departures with Bruno Guimaraes linked to Arsenal and recent sales of Sandro Tonali to Spurs and Anthony Gordon to Barcelona. Newcastle will play four friendlies in the next 12 days before starting their Premier League season against Liverpool on August 23.
- •Matthias Jaissle succeeds Eddie Howe as head coach.
- •Jaissle previously managed Red Bull Salzburg and won two league titles.
- •Newcastle has sold Tonali and Gordon, and may lose Guimaraes.
- •Four friendlies scheduled before Premier League opener against Liverpool on August 23.
- •Jaissle emphasizes a commitment to improvement and high-energy football.
- 6:20 PMYahoo Sports — Newcastle United announce Matthias Jaissle as successor to Eddie Howe
"Jaissle and his new club have a lot to do to hit the ground running, as Newcastle looks set to lose Bruno Guimaraes to Arsenal after selling Sandro Tonali to Spurs and Anthony Gordon to Barcelona.
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