Nick Woltemade has made a significant impact since joining Newcastle United. The 23-year-old striker has silenced critics by scoring during a commanding 4-0 victory against Union Saint-Gilloise in the UEFA Champions League. His cheeky backheel goal demonstrated his skill and justified Newcastle’s hefty €90 million investment from VfB Stuttgart.
Woltemade’s Notable Achievements
Newcastle’s coach, Eddie Howe, expressed his admiration for Woltemade following the match. Howe highlighted a memorable moment, stating, “I love it! The best strikers I’ve worked with always want to score goals.” Woltemade’s determination to take on the responsibility of penalty kicks showed his commitment to the team.
- Woltemade has scored three goals in six official matches for Newcastle.
- His presence on the field has challenged doubts raised by critics in Germany.
- Notably, Bayern Munich’s board member Karl-Heinz Rummenigge mocked the transfer fee earlier, but Howe brushed it off, saying, “Such statements are irrelevant. The market determines prices.”
Impact on Teammates
Howe praised Woltemade not only for his scoring ability but also for his playmaking contributions. “Often, he is the one assisting the assist,” commented Howe, emphasizing how he enhances the performance of his teammates.
Just days after scoring his first Premier League goal against Arsenal, Woltemade found the back of the net again in the Champions League. Newcastle United is poised to continue their campaign, with a crucial match against Benfica scheduled for October 21.
Woltemade’s transformation from a sidelined player in Stuttgart to a star on a grand stage exemplifies his growth. He is now recognized in England not just as a significant purchase, but as a player eager to embrace responsibility and deliver results for Newcastle.
