Pep Guardiola was right about Newcastle United – and Eddie Howe

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola – who once wanted to play for Sir Bobby Robson at Newcastle United – has always been complimentary about Eddie Howe's team.

Pep Guardiola is an admirer of Eddie Howe’s Newcastle United side.

Newcastle United have had their moments against Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City, like that match-winning penalty from Matt Ritchie at St James’ Park in 2019, over the years.

Just never at the Etihad Stadium.

Eddie Howe’s side are looking for a record-equalling fifth successive Premier Leagu…