Jaissle starts with win but not planning to 'smash locker room'
It was a night which ended with Newcastle United lifting a trophy, but there was certainly no danger of head coach Matthias Jaissle getting carried away.
Matthias Jaissle secured a 2-1 victory for Newcastle United in their first pre-season friendly, marking his debut as head coach at Mestalla Stadium. Despite falling behind to Filip Ugrinic's goal within four minutes, Jaissle remained confident in his team's performance, particularly following Anthony Elanga's red card for a harsh tackle.
Substitute players Yoane Wissa and Bazoumana Toure, along with Sean Steur, impressed with their contributions. Jaissle emphasized the importance of time in developing young talents and acknowledged the need for additional experience in midfield. He also voiced his decision to bench veteran Nick Pope, expressing his respect for the player's career while focusing on Newcastle's current needs.
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