Howe reacts to Bournemouth draw, Burn criticism and addresses worrying Schar photos

Eddie Howe believes Newcastle missed chances to take the game "by the scruff of the neck" in our 2-2 draw with Bournemouth but refused to be overly critical of Dan Burn.

He's also revealed that Fabian Schar is in pain from the ball striking his wrist, hoping the injury "isn't too serious" after recently losing Callum Wilson for 9-12 weeks.

Reacting to the draw at St James' Park, Howe said: "Mixed emotions - very similar to Luton. Really pleased we have come back to get something from the game, especially so late - and credit to the players for doing so. We did have opportunities to take the game by the scruff of the neck but didn't take them.

"We’re not at full power or at our best at the moment. We’re a little disjointed. But everyone is giving as much as they can to get results. We have to look at the positives.

"It’s another game unbeaten. It was a big late goal for us. It’s the most important quality to never know when you’re beaten. Matt Ritchie epitomises that for everybody."

The boss then took questions on another tough afternoon for Dan Burn at left-back, addressed photos of Fabian Schar leaving the field in pain at full-time, discussed Harvey Barnes' first start for several months and Matt Ritchie's equaliser.

Howe on Burn - "I am not dealing with that kind of thought in my mind. It is not about finding someone to blame it is about finding solutions. And that's what I'll do with my work. I can sit here all night and talk about the value of everybody's performance, mine included, and pick holes in it.

"But for me the job has always been about finding solutions. That second goal would not have come from one individuals mistake. I'm telling you now it will come from three or four people's individual mistakes. People may highlight one person but in my job you can't do that."

Howe on Schar - "This was a ball hitting his arm. The ball was struck and it maybe hit his wrist or something. We hope it's not too serious. We could do without another injury."

Howe on Barnes - "Really pleased to have Harvey back. He's probably not a hundred per cent fit but was fit enough to start, and has also done well from the bench. I'm delighted with his performance."

Howe on Ritchie - "Delighted for Matty. Honestly, behind the scenes he's been incredible for us. He's a real mentor for the young players, he gives his experience and thinks of the team every day. Very unselfish in how he's helped everybody & trains to his absolute maximum."