Chris Hughton is happy with his role at Newcastle United.
Hughton is now doing what he does best - as a vital No 2 to Joe Kinnear - after an unsuccessful spell in charge following the departure of Keegan.
Looking back, Hughton told the Evening Chronicle: "That time at the helm has not affected my confidence. The biggest factor as to why we did not do well was that I was without some of our best players.
"With due respect to Claudio Cacapa, being forced to play him in midfield and use two central defenders as full-backs was not what I would have wanted.
"My saving grace is the fact I am still very much involved in the coaching and preparations of Newcastle United, and I am trying to do the best job I can for the club."