Newcastle apologises to fans after heavy Coventry defeat

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 13 Oct, 09:02 · Archive

Newcastle United suffered a heavy defeat to newly promoted Coventry City, with midfielder Joelinton apologising to supporters.

Newcastle United suffered a heavy defeat to newly promoted Coventry City at the CBS Arena, with the Sky Blues securing their first Premier League home win in 25 years. Despite Sven Botman's goal offering the away side hope in the second half, a late collapse led to angry scenes in the away section as Newcastle players approached the fans.

Joelinton, returning from a two-month injury lay-off, fronted the media after the match. The midfielder told reporters: 'I'm sorry for them. We feel the result as well. We didn't want to lose. It's tough for them, it's tough for us as well, but we stay together.' He added that the dressing room was frustrated by the performance, saying: 'The boys are frustrated. It's a difficult night for us, a difficult game.'

Newcastle now sit 11th in the table with eight points from six games after their second 4-1 away defeat in a row. The club faces Aston Villa at St James' Park on Saturday night, with manager Matthias Jaissle's honeymoon period appearing to be over.

How it is being reported

• Joelinton does not mince words with candid Newcastle United response to boos from away endThe Brazil international made his comeback after a two month lay off but could not prevent a heavy defeatChronicleLive · 13 Oct, 08:30
• Inside Newcastle United's strong dressing room reaction after Coventry City nightmareJoelinton fronted p to the media following Newcastle United’s heavy defeat to Coventry City.Shields Gazette · 13 Oct, 07:00

In this story: Newcastle United · Coventry City · Joelinton · Sven Botman · Frank Lampard · Matthias Jaissle · Aston Villa · St James' Park

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