• Eddie Howe returns to Newcastle United after recovering from pneumonia.
• He missed three matches while hospitalized but is back for Saturday's match.
• The club thanked supporters for their warm wishes during his recovery.
• Howe previously led Newcastle to a League Cup triumph, their first in 70 years.
• Newcastle currently occupies fifth place in the Premier League standings.

Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe has returned to work following his recovery from pneumonia, as confirmed by the Premier League club. The 47-year-old had been hospitalized after feeling unwell, causing him to miss the last three matches. He is set to resume his duties on Saturday when Newcastle faces Ipswich Town at St James' Park, according to Channel News Asia and Reuters.

During Howe's absence, assistant manager Jason Tindall and fellow coach Graeme Jones took the reins of the team. The club expressed gratitude to fans for their support, stating, "Newcastle United are delighted to confirm that Eddie Howe has returned to his duties at the club's Training Centre," according to BBC and Reuters.

Howe's return adds considerable optimism, especially after his leadership led to Newcastle's recent triumph in the League Cup, marking the club's first domestic trophy in 70 years. The fans celebrated this victory with an open-top bus parade through the city, reinforcing the strong support for Howe, according to Channel News Asia and Reuters.

Currently, Newcastle sits in fifth place in the Premier League standings, two points ahead of Chelsea and Aston Villa, solidifying their position for Champions League qualification next season. This context adds excitement among fans as Howe resumes his managerial duties, according to BBC and Reuters.