Matthias Jaissle has replaced Eddie Howe as Newcastle manager, just two weeks out from the new Premier League season. The 38-year-old German coach is a two-time Asian Champions League winner with Saudi Pro League side Al-Ahli, a club majority-owned by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF), just like Newcastle. Jaissle has coached Al-Ahli since 2023 and also won the Saudi Super Cup in 2025.
Newcastle Appoint Matthias Jaissle as New Manager
UKPulse Sport DeskMatthias Jaissle has replaced Eddie Howe as Newcastle manager, with the 38-year-old German coach taking charge just two weeks before the new Premier League season.
- Matthias Jaissle is a two-time Asian Champions League winner with Al-Ahli
- He has coached Al-Ahli since 2023 and also won the Saudi Super Cup in 2025
- Jaissle has a coaching philosophy of high-intensity, attacking football
Why this matters: The appointment of Jaissle marks a significant shift for Newcastle, who have appointed a German manager for the first time in their history.
What this means for you: If you're a Newcastle fan, you may be interested in learning more about Jaissle's coaching philosophy and how it may affect the team's playing style.