How Eddie Howe’s tactical mystery helped Newcastle bamboozle Chelsea in race for Champions League

NEWCASTLE boosted their Champions League hopes with victory over Chelsea thanks to Eddie Howe’s tactical bamboozle.

Howe insisted that his side’s first half performance was “electric” as they went into half time a goal and a man up.

EPAEddie Howe masterminded Newcastle’s win over Chelsea[/caption] AFPThe Toon finished with a 2-0 win to boost their Champions League credentials[/caption]

Sandro Tonali fired the Toon ahead before Nicolas Jackson lost his head and was sent off before the break.