Jaissle 'bit scared' how refs will take 'emotional' touchline style
Newcastle United head coach Matthias Jaissle cut a measured figure at his unveiling news conference, but Premier League managers will come up against someone very different
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Notable Quotes
"I will not change my style because that's my personality."
— Matthias Jaissle , Executive
"Newcastle want to show the opponents that they will have a hard time against us."
— Lukas Hornicek , Athlete
"the intensity under Jaissle being really high."
— Malick Thiaw , Athlete
"Jaissle's playing style will be a huge positive as the German looks to build on Howe's legacy."
— Adam Stoker , Other
Key People
Adam Stoker is a season ticket holder for Newcastle United.
Chinedu Obasi is a former Hoffenheim team-mate of Matthias Jaissle.
Eddie Howe is the manager of Newcastle United.
Czech Republic goalkeeper linked with Newcastle.
Malick Thiaw is the captain of Newcastle United.
Matthias Jaissle is a football manager reportedly appointed to replace Eddie Howe.
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Newcastle United head coach Matthias Jaissle cut a measured figure at his unveiling news conference, but Premier League managers will come up against someone very different
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