Bournemouth boss Howe gives McClaren backing

AFC Bournemouth manager Eddie Howe Credit: Andrew Matthews/PA Wire/Press Association Images

Steve McClaren should be given more time at Newcastle United, according to AFC Bournemouth boss Eddie Howe.

With Newcastle already in the Premier League relegation zone, pressure has only increased on the Newcastle Head Coach in the wake of Saturday's 3-1 home defeat to Bournemouth.

But speaking after the match, Howe offered support to his opposite number. He said: