“Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe reaffirms that his team selections are solely based on merit, dismissing suggestions from certain fans that he shows favoritism towards particular players.
“Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe emphasizes that he will select the team to face Nottingham Forest solely based on merit, particularly after the 4-4 draw against Luton Town. The Magpies seek redemption following their 3-1 defeat to Forest on Boxing Day. Howe acknowledges the fans’ desire for a more composed performance, especially after the chaotic eight-goal encounter at St James’ Park in the Premier League last Saturday.
“Some questions have arisen regarding the inclusion of Dan Burn and Miguel Almiron in the match against Luton. Burn, who played a significant role in the team’s fourth-place finish last season, has faced injury setbacks this term and has recently come under criticism from certain sections of supporters due to two errors in the Luton match.
Howe conveyed to Chronicle Live: “Team selection is always based on merit. There’s absolutely no part of me that awards a starting position based on past performances from last year; that would be absurd.
There have been queries regarding the decision to include Dan Burn and Miguel Almiron in the lineup against Luton. Burn, who played a significant role in last season’s fourth-place finish, has faced injury setbacks this season and has recently received criticism from certain segments of supporters following two errors in the Luton match.