As Manchester City advance, should Eddie Howe be under pressure? Football Weekly Extra – podcast

Manchester City's dominance in the Premier League continues as they advance towards another title win, leaving questions over manager Eddie Howe's job security at Newcastle United. The Magpies' 3-1 defeat to Manchester City in the Carabao Cup semi-final second leg marked a dismal end to their campaign, with the aggregate scoreline reading 5-1 in favor of the Citizens.

Meanwhile, the upcoming round of Premier League fixtures promises to be thrilling, with high-stakes battles between top-tier teams. One such match is Liverpool's encounter with Manchester City, which will further test the mettle of Pep Guardiola's side. The pressure on City's manager will intensify if his team maintains its current form.

Arsenal, meanwhile, are poised to move nine points clear at the top of the Premier League table with a victory against Sunderland, providing a golden opportunity for Mikel Arteta's men to capitalize on Manchester United's recent woes.

However, there is an elephant in the room when it comes to Eddie Howe. His Newcastle United side has been struggling to replicate City's success, and fans are growing restless about his tenure as manager. Can he turn things around before it's too late? The pressure will be on him to prove his doubters wrong and guide his team towards a Champions League spot.

This season has seen Ronaldo leave Manchester United for a second time, sparking controversy and questions about the club's leadership. Meanwhile, the Football Weekly panel is here to answer your burning questions, providing expert analysis and insights into all the biggest stories from the world of football.
 
I feel bad for Eddie Howe 😔... his team is not getting the results they deserve and fans are starting to lose patience 🙄. But at the same time, I think it's unfair to sack him after just one season 👎... he might be working on some new strategies that aren't showing up yet 💡. Newcastle United has a lot of talented players, but they need to click as a team first 🔩. Can't blame Eddie for trying to make the most out of what he's got 🤞.
 
idk wut's goin on w/ eddie howe @ newcastle 🤔... fans r gettin restless & he's losin games left n right 😩. i feel 4 him, tho - coachin in england is hard enuf, dont 4get about the transfer market & squad changes 🤑. cld b a lot of pressure on him 2 prove himself, esp w/ pep guardiola @ mancity 🔥 still killin it!
 
I'm loving this time of year in the Premier League 🎉. City's dominance is insane! I mean, 5-1 against Newcastle? That's just embarrassing for the Magpies. But seriously, it raises questions about Eddie Howe's job security. He needs to turn things around ASAP if he wants to keep his job. Arsenal's on a hot streak, though - they could really make some noise in the title race. And can't wait to see how Liverpool and City go head-to-head again. That Pep Guardiola vs Jurgen Klopp rivalry is always good for some intense football! 😅
 
man I dont get why eddie howe gets so much scrutiny 🤔 his newcastle team might not be as strong as city but they're trying to improve right? cant just fire him because they havent reached the same level yet 💪 its like expecting united fans to have won the league every year since Ferguson left lol that never happens 😂 plus ronaldo's drama is more concerning than howe's management skills 🤷‍♂️
 
I'm telling ya, the state of football these days is just crazy! 🤯 I mean, Manchester City is on fire and it's like they're unstoppable! But, you know, with great power comes great pressure... and poor Eddie Howe is feeling the heat at Newcastle 🙃. The guy can't catch a break and his fans are getting restless. I'm not sure what's going on over there but maybe he just needs to take a step back and re-strategize? 🤔 As for City, if they keep winning like this, Guardiola is gonna be the king of England for years to come 👑! But seriously, it's gonna be tough for them to maintain this form, especially with Liverpool coming at 'em. The Reds are on fire too and I'm loving every minute of it 🔥! And can we talk about Arsenal? They're just cruising along like they own the place 🏆... love it! 👍
 
lol eddie howe's got 2 answers 😂 what's up wit the man? he just took man city 2 a championship w/ ease & now he's stuck at newcastle strugglin' 2 win games?? 🤣 i mean, pep guardiola's gonna be the one leadin' the pack 2 the champs again 🏆 not eddie howe! 💪
 
Ugh I'm so over the drama with City's dominance 🤯🏆. Like, can't they just let someone else win for once? And poor Eddie Howe, sounds like he's under a lot of pressure 💔. Newcastle needs to step up their game if they wanna compete with the big boys. Meanwhile, Liverpool vs City is gonna be EPIC 🔥💥. Can't wait to see how it all unfolds!
 
lol, eddie howe cant even handle 1 team, lets see how he handles 2... 🤣 Manchester city is just a factory at this point, its not like theyre even trying anymore, pep guardiola's tactics are so basic, every team knows what to do against them. And whats with manchester united? theyre like the laughing stock of england right now... 😂
 
I'm loving how intense the Premier League is getting this season! City's dominance is crazy 🔥🏆, but I gotta say, I'm a bit concerned about Newcastle United. Eddie Howe needs to step up his game ASAP or he'll be out of a job 🤔😬. I mean, who wants to stick around for a mediocre campaign? The pressure on him is real and I don't think he can keep the fans happy if things don't improve soon 💪🏽. And can we talk about how thrilling this match against Liverpool is gonna be?! Pep's squad vs Jürgen Klopp's Reds... it's gonna be an epic battle 🏆💥!
 
idk why people r so quick 2 believe eddie howe will save newcastle 🤔. theyve lost 6 games in a row already! like what exactly is he gonna do? his team's not even scoring goals lol. fans need 2 take a chill pill n focus on actual solutions 2 the problems, like finding a new manager or something 👎
 
😊 I've been thinking about this dominance thing in the Premier League... it's like how quickly things can go from being on top to feeling like you're stuck in a rut 🌀 Manchester City's just like that, dominating one week and then facing questions about their manager's job security the next 💥 It makes me wonder, what is success even? Is it about winning titles or is it about growing as individuals, like players and coaches? I mean, if someone leaves a team like Ronaldo did, you'd think they'd be feeling pretty lost 😐 But do we expect teams to stay the same after all that goes on behind the scenes? 🤔
 
idk why eddie howe even got taken seriously in the first place 🤷‍♂️ i mean manchester city is a machine under pep guardiola, it's like they're playing a different sport altogether 😅 and now newcastle's struggling to keep up? 😳 eddie's gotta step up his game or else he'll be outta there faster than ronaldo left man utd for the 2nd time 🚫
 
Draw a simple line between two boxes
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Manc City
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Newcastle
( Manchester United's 2nd Ronaldo departure sparks controversy)
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Arsenal (9 points clear) >> Sunderland
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Liverpool >>>> Manc City (high-stakes battle)

Eddie Howe's situation is like a puzzle, some pieces are in place but others need to be fitted together. His team needs to show improvement ASAP or the pressure will build up on him fast 🕒️. But it's not all bad for Newcastle, they can still learn from Manc City and work on their own strategy 📈. The question is, will Eddie Howe be able to turn things around? 🤔
 
I'm so done with teams making these massive changes mid-season 🤯. First Ronaldo leaves Manchester United and now they're struggling? It's like, what did you guys expect when one of your top players left? 😂 On a serious note though, Eddie Howe needs to get his Newcastle United side together ASAP. They can't be relying on City's success all the time ⚽️. And speaking of City, I love how Pep Guardiola is putting the pressure on himself to keep up with the Premier League pace 🔥. That guy's always pushing the boundaries of football genius 🤓
 
🤔 I'm starting to think City's dominance is more than just Pep's tactics... it's the lack of depth elsewhere 🏆 Manchester United has been struggling like crazy since Ronaldo left (again) 😂, but what about Newcastle? They're supposed to be competing with the big boys but Eddie Howe's getting the axe talk. It's time for a shake-up at St James' Park 👀
 
I'm telling you, City's squad depth is insane 💥. They're so deep they can afford to drop a player or two without feeling it that much. And Howe's tactics are just too predictable for his own team, let alone the likes of Manchester United and Liverpool. It's not like he doesn't have talent at Newcastle, but sometimes I think he overloads certain areas of the pitch 🤦‍♂️. The question is, will he be able to make the necessary changes before it's too late? One thing for sure, City's title win party won't be invited anytime soon 😏.
 
I THINK EDDIE HOWE IS DOING A TOUGH JOB AT NEWCASTLE AND IT'S NOT EASY TO WIN IN THE PREMIER LEAGUE! HE NEEDS TO MAKE SOME CHANGES AND FIND A BETTER SYSTEM FOR HIS TEAM, BUT I BELIEVE HE HAS THE EXPERTISE TO TURN THINGS AROUND. MANCHESTER CITY IS ON FIRE RIGHT NOW, BUT I THINK ANY TOP TEAM CAN HAVE A STRONG MATCHDAY LIKE THAT. IT'S ALL ABOUT HOW THEY REACT TO THE PRESSURE AND KEEP THEIR FORM GOING.
 
I was just thinking about how much I love trying new foods while traveling 🍴🗺️. Like, have you guys ever tried that one street food in Tokyo? It's this crazy-delicious ramen that'll make your taste buds do the happy dance 😆. But anyway, back to football... I don't know, man, I just think Pep Guardiola is a genius on the pitch 🤯. Have you seen his tactics? They're like a beautiful puzzle come together ✈️. And speaking of puzzles, have you guys solved that new escape room game downtown? It was so tricky! 🔒
 
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