Soccer-Newcastle's Howe 'desperate' for Boxing Day redemption after Luton loss


FILE PHOTO: Soccer Football - Premier League - Luton Town v Newcastle United - Kenilworth Road, Luton, Britain - December 23, 2023 Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe looks dejected after the match Action Images via Reuters/Matthew Childs/File Photo

(Reuters) - The Christmas-week Premier League fixtures may not be popular with some managers, but Newcastle United's Eddie Howe cannot wait to play on Boxing Day.

A 1-0 loss at 18th-placed Luton Town on Saturday left Howe yearning for Tuesday's home game against Nottingham Forest.

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