Newcastle United’s sporting director Paul Mitchell showed support for the team after their frustrating draw with Crystal Palace, highlighting the players’ disappointment and the need to bounce back.
Newcastle took the lead in the second half when Crystal Palace’s Marc Guehi accidentally scored an own goal. It seemed like Newcastle would secure the win. However, in a heartbreaking turn of events, Daniel Munoz scored a late equalizer in the fourth minute of stoppage time.
Despite taking the lead, Newcastle’s performance was not strong. They only managed one shot during the entire match, and none of those shots were on target. In contrast, Crystal Palace had 16 attempts to score. The expected goals (xG) also showed a significant advantage for Palace, with a score of 1.76 to 0.04.
The late equalizer was a tough blow for Newcastle, as it kept them from moving into the top seven in the league. Instead, they remained in 11th place, which added to the disappointment felt by both players and supporters.
After the match, Paul Mitchell was present at Selhurst Park and chose to visit the Newcastle dressing room. Reports indicate that he was not there to criticize the team or the manager, Eddie Howe. Instead, he offered his support and sympathy to the players, who were likely feeling down after conceding a late goal.
According to the Chronicle, Mitchell and performance chief James Bunce made their way from the executive seats to the dressing room to show unity with the team. They understood how hard it was for the players to let the win slip away.
Looking ahead, Newcastle will aim to recover from their recent struggles, including a 2-0 loss to West Ham United. They will face Premier League leaders Liverpool in their next match, hoping to turn things around and regain their confidence.
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