Crystal Palace 2-1 Newcastle: Howe rapidly approaching crossroads
Howe issued similar words after a bruising defeat against bitter rivals Sunderland last time out. A response was sorely needed and the Newcastle head coach attempted to jolt his side by wielding the axe. Stalwarts Dan Burn and Kieran Trippier were dropped as Howe made six changes and named a noticeably younger starting line-up. Aaron…