"I wanted the players to use it as their training session" - Newcastle United coach Eddie Howe revealed reason for his substitution against Man Utd

Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe's comments on why he was replaced by Manchester United have amused fans.

The Magpies comfortably beat Manchester United in their Carabao Cup tie on Wednesday night.

Newcastle United beat Manchester United 3-0 to reach the quarter-finals of the League Cup.

Speaking to the media, Eddie Howe explained why he substituted Bruno Guimaraes and Callum Wilson after Newcastle United's 3-0 defeat by Manchester United.

According to former Bournemouth manager Eddie Howe, he decided to replace the players and let them train.

Eddie Howe mocked Manchester United's poor performance, saying it was a practice game.

A win for Newcastle United will see the Magpies face Chelsea in the quarter-finals.

Meanwhile, Newcastle United host Arsenal in the Premier League this weekend.

The Gunners travel to St James' Park on Saturday night for Matchday 11