Jason Tindall will now play an even more pivotal role in Newcastle United’s season run-in.
Tindall, of course, is a notable figure at Newcastle United. Appointed as Eddie Howe’s assistant manager back in 2021, he’s become something of a celebrity on Tyneside and beyond.
The former Bournemouth manager is affectionally known as ‘Mad Dog’ and became an internet sensation a few seasons ago. Tindall was the subject of memes suggesting he loved being the centre of attention, albeit that is purely speculation and often something rival fans joke about more than anything else.
Still, that’s not to overlook his actual expertise. Tindall is effectively Newcastle’s set-piece coach and has been spoken about fondly by the players, so clearly isn’t just there to rile the opposition.
Tindall will take charge of the team for the next few games after Howe missed Newcastle’s win over Manchester United, having been admitted to hospital with pneumonia.
A full-time return to frontline management, however, may not be in the offing.
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Clearly, Howe’s health is the most important thing right now. Football should take a backseat and he should be afforded as much time as he wants to rest and recuperate.
In his absence, Tindall looks to be the perfect man. Steeped in Howe’s philosophy and already a club hero, the team look to be in safe hands right now even without the Newcastle United manager.
Interestingly, according to iNews, the 47-year-old has no burning desire to return to full-time management once this role as the main man at Newcastle ends.
His last job was replacing Howe at Bournemouth, and he was sacked after less than a year.
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Why is Jason Tindall called ‘Mad Dog’?
Even Howe has admitted he calls Tindall ‘Mad Dog’, having heard supporters come up with that nickname.
The exact reason for it is unclear. However, the fact he’s a fairly vocal presence on the touchline and is someone who has had a few run-ins with opposition managers is perhaps why it’s become such an enduring nickname.
Amazingly, despite having worked together so closely over the years, Tindall admitted he and Howe aren’t particularly close friends off the pitch.
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