Soccer-Newcastle hungry for goals and success, says Howe after 8-0 win

FILE PHOTO:Soccer Football - Premier League - Sheffield United v Newcastle United - Bramall Lane, Sheffield, Britain - September 24, 2023 Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe celebrates after the match Action Images via Reuters/Jason Cairnduff/File Photo

(Reuters) - Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe said Sunday's 8-0 thrashing of Sheffield United showed his team's motivation and mentality are spot on, though he still saw some room for improvement in their performance.

Sean Longstaff put Newcastle ahead on 21 minutes and they were 7-0 up with 15 minutes remaining, with substitute Alexander Isak completing the rout for the visitors, who were coming into the game after a tough 0-0 draw at AC Milan in the Champions League.