Eddie Howe praised Lewis Miley's attitude and versatility after the teenager scored a stoppage-time winner from right-back to send Newcastle United past Fulham 2-1 and into the Carabao Cup semi-finals.
Newcastle United defender Dan Burn is set for a lengthy spell on the sidelines after sustaining a serious injury in Sunday's clash with Sunderland.
Eddie Howe said he "let rip" at his Newcastle United players during a "fifteen-minute reality check" in Leverkusen after the Magpies allowed another late goal to undermine their Champions League ambitions.
Kieran Trippier's continued absence looms large over Newcastle United as the club navigates a punishing December schedule.
Eddie Howe has acknowledged that Newcastle United are entering a challenging period, with injuries leaving the club short of full-back options.
Fabian Schar has acknowledged the difficulty of adjusting to life outside Newcastle United's starting XI after a period of sustained importance to the side.