Newcastle United's Jaissle shares lessons from childhood health ordeal
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 1, 2026, 6:00 AM
Last updated Oct 1, 2026
Newcastle United head coach Matthias Jaissle discussed his life experiences stemming from a tumor he had at age five. He reflected on how it influenced his perspective on health and resilience in pursuing a career in soccer, which included playing and later coaching. Jaissle transitioned from being a player to coaching after realizing his passion during a stint at RB Leipzig. Currently, Newcastle faces challenges in player transitions as they adapt their squad, having only lost one of seven matches amid significant changes.
- •Jaissle had a neck tumor at five, which impacted his life perspective.
- •He transitioned from player to coach after early career setbacks.
- •Newcastle is in ninth place in the Premier League this season.
- •The team has made significant roster changes with eight signings.
- •Jaissle has lost one of seven matches as head coach.
- 6:00 AMYahoo Sports — Jaissle learned a lot about life after tumour aged five
- 6:00 AMBBC Sport — Jaissle learned a lot about life after tumour aged five
"Newcastle United head coach Matthias Jaissle could not move his neck at one point, but went on to play before embarking on a coaching career that sees him in Tyneside.
"Newcastle United head coach Matthias Jaissle could not move his neck at one point, but went on to play before embarking on a coaching career that sees him in Tyneside.
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External links- Yahoo SportsOct 1, 2026, 6:00 AMJaissle learned a lot about life after tumour aged five
Newcastle United head coach Matthias Jaissle could not move his neck at one point, but went on to play before embarking on a coaching career that sees him in Tyneside.
- BBC SportOct 1, 2026, 6:00 AMJaissle learned a lot about life after tumour aged five
Newcastle United head coach Matthias Jaissle could not move his neck at one point, but went on to play before embarking on a coaching career that sees him in Tyneside.
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