'He’s done what he’s been asked' - David Moyes delivers verdict on Steve Bruce and Mike Ashley at Newcastle United

Newcastle are battling relegation with Bruce coming under intense fire and criticism from angry and fed-up supporters.

But Moyes believes Bruce has done a good job – and the one he was tasked with doing, although Newcastle are not yet safe.

Speaking ahead of the Saturday lunchtime kick-off, Moyes said: “I’m expecting a really difficult game, but if I’m going to anyone in the Premier League I’ll say it’s a difficult game.

"They’ll see it as a difficult game as well and that’s how the Premier League is this year.

“Steve Bruce has done a good job, he’s done what he’s been asked. He’s had really good support from his owner at difficult times and I think because of that you’ll see Newcastle staying in the Premier League.

“It's a tough game at Newcastle and it always has been.”

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