Nick Woltemade has opened up about the reaction to scoring an own goal against Sunderland.
Nick Woltemade has thanked Newcastle United supporters for their support following his own goal against Sunderland.
In December, a dismal Toon side slumped to a 1-0 defeat to their bitter rivals. Woltemade netted a freak own goal that ultimately settled the first Tyne-Wear derby at Premier League level for almost a decade.
Until that point, the German had enjoyed a solid start to life at St James’ Park, with seven goals across all competitions. He immediately fired back with a brace in the 2-2 draw with Chelsea but, since then, the goal trail has dried up.
Nick Woltemade confidence issue
Eddie Howe has rotated Woltemade with Yoane Wissa - with Anthony Gordon leading the line in recent top-flight fixtures. A debate has emerged on Tyneside about how Newcastle can get the best out of their £69million striker.
A report in recent days suggested the Magpies could consider selling the 23-year-old this summer. However, NewcastleWorld does not understand that to be the case, with Howe viewing Woltemade as a long-term signing that will come good.
Nick Woltemade drops F-bomb while thanking Newcastle United fans
Speaking to British GQ, Newcastle’s club-record arrival dropped an F-bomb while opening up about the support he received from supporters. He said: “It was a bad, bad feeling. I’d never scored an own goal before, especially in this game… when I was sitting on the bench (after getting subbed) I was like, ‘Wow, maybe the fans (will) destroy me.
“But when I came into the dressing room, I put up my phone and I just saw good messages. This helped me a lot, because of course I understand it was the most important game (of the season). I was so thankful. It showed me I’m in the right place.”
“The whole crowd was singing my songs. This is not normal. It just shows the personality of the fans. (The own goal) could have f----- up my season and derailed me. (Instead) it was the best feeling.”
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