UCL: He was outstanding against AC Milan – Howe singles out Newcastle star for praise

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UCL: He was outstanding against AC Milan – Howe singles out Newcastle star for praise

Newcastle United manager, Eddie Howe has hailed Nick Pope’s goalkeeping heroics after his team’s Champions League 0-0 draw with AC Milan on Tuesday night.

AC Milan missed a string of chances to score in front of their own fans at San Siro with Pope making a number of saves during the Champions League tie.

Speaking at his post-match press conference after the game, Howe singled out Pope, saying the shot-stopper was outstanding against Milan.

He said, “I thought Nick was outstanding today.

“He was excellent against Brentford although he did not have a lot to do and his all-round game was at his highest level.

“It is no coincidence, two big displays and two clean sheets from him are absolutely crucial to us. He was a huge part of our success last year and no doubt he will be the same this year.”

Newcastle will now face Sheffield United in a Premier League tie on Sunday.