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Shay Given has been talking about Newcastle United.

The United legend speaking after Sunday’s Premier League defeat at West Ham.

Also of course, Shay Given chatting ahead of the Champions League match against Athletic Bilbao.

A swift chance and opportunity for Eddie Howe and his Newcastle United players to bounce back from that performance at the London Stadium.

Shay Given asked; ‘Do you think Eddie Howe will come under pressure if Newcastle United do not get Champions League football this season?’

“No, I don’t think it puts him in a difficult position. I think from day one, he’s been the perfect fit for Newcastle.

“The way he’s been with the new owners, the way he talks to the press.

“He got them the Champions League two out of three years, and they will remember he brought them up from the relegation zone. He gave them their first trophy in 70 years.

“I was there 12 years, I know how they feel at the club, how difficult it was for the fans. So I think there’s a huge amount of credit in the bank for Eddie.

“I think he is the perfect fit for Newcastle...