Shola Ameobi has described Newcastle's interim manager Joe Kinnear as a breath of fresh air.
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Ameobi: "It is always good to have a foundation in the club, with someone in authority. "That is why it is good we have been able to secure a manager in Joe.
"It is important we as players and the fans know there is something there to hold on to and fight for.
"It has been a breath of fresh air for us as a team.
"In the last couple of weeks we have got to know him. He is a funny guy and knows what he wants.
"He expects the best from all of us, which he should do, and hopefully with the comeback we had against Everton we can move on and climb the table."