Spread the wordNewcastle United have appointed Matthias Jaissle as their new head coach following the departure of Eddie Howe, the Premier League club announced on Wednesday. Jaissle eager for new challenge“It is an incredible honour to become head coach of Newcastle United,” Jaissle said after signing his contract. He also secured UEFA Champions League qualification in 2023 and again in 2025, restoring Newcastle’s status among England’s leading clubs. However, last season proved challenging as Newcastle finished 12th in the Premier League after suffering 17 defeats in 38 matches. The club also exited the UEFA Champions League in the round of 16 following an 8-3 aggregate defeat to Barcelona.