Howe misses the presser after falling ill. Assistant manager Jason Tindall stepped in.
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Newcastle announced this morning: "Due to illness, please note that Jason Tindall will take this morning's pre-match press conference as a replacement for Eddie Howe."
Newcaste host United on Sunday at St James' Park seeking a win to maintain their push for a top four finish.
Tindall said: "He's been really poorly. Bed-ridden. We've been in daily contact but it’s not affected any of the preparations.
"Still got a few days and hopefully he’ll be back for weekend."