Matthias Jaissle assistant coach shares 'special' post about life at Newcastle United
Florens Koch is part of Matthias Jaissle’s backroom at Newcastle United.
Newcastle United assistant coach Florens Koch has reflected on his early weeks working at the club.
Koch is part of Matthias Jaissle’s coaching staff after making the move to St James’ Park from Saudi Pro League side Al Ahli alongside the new head coach at the beginning of August.
Jaissle succeeded Eddie Howe in the dugout and brought with him an entire new backroom team, with Koch, Alexander Hauser and Engin Yanova joining as assistant coaches alongside analysts Maximilian Fischer and Steffen Konrad, and goalkeeping coach Alexander Bade.
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Despite all the upheaval in the summer, which saw Bruno Guimaraes, Anthony Gordon and Sandro Tonali depart and eight new signings arrive, Jaissle’s side have made a strong start to the season, losing just one Premier League match so far.
The Magpies have collected eight points from their opening five league matches and progressed into the last 16 of the Carabao Cup, but now pause for the international break.
And heading into the three-week break, Koch has taken a moment to reflect on the demands of his new job.
“Sometimes, in the middle of the day-to-day, you forget how special it is to work in football at this level,” Koch wrote on social media. “Training sessions, matchdays, preparation, conversations, decisions, emotions — and countless details behind the scenes that people never get to see.
“Working in the Premier League is demanding, intense and constantly challenging. But it’s also a privilege and an environment that gives you the opportunity to learn and grow every single day.
“Grateful for the people around me, the experiences along the way, and the opportunity to keep developing in a game that has always meant so much to me. ⚽️ 🖤🤍”
Newcastle return to action on Monday, October 12 when they visit Premier League newcomers Coventry City.