McClaren pleads for patience at Newcastle

Newcastle United need time to turn their dismal start to
the season around, according to head coach Steve
McClaren.

Newcastle United head coach Steve McClaren has called for
patience in improving the situation at St James' Park - stating
his belief that a change in philosophy will bring results.

McClaren's side have made a dreadful start to his first season at
the helm, taking just two points from six Premier League games
before crashing out of the League Cup to Championship outfit
Sheffield Wednesday in midweek.

Former Derby County boss McClaren was the man tasked with
improving fortunes on Tyneside after Newcastle flirted with
relegation under Alan Pardew and John Carver in recent
seasons.

And McClaren maintains current form is a side-effect of
the overall upheaval taking place at the club.

"We sit down with these players and if necessary, read the riot
act, if necessary, congratulate, build up confidence - we do it
every game," he told reporters ahead of Saturday's home clash
with champions Chelsea.

"Wednesday's game was no different. It’s what we do. The key
thing that we have talked about is that we are going through
change and change is painful, it's hard, it's tough.

"Some people don't like change, it takes them out of their
comfort zone.

"Everybody has been clamouring for change and that's what we
bring. That’s why I'm here.

"Why are we wanting change? Because we've won five games
in 32.

"We are changing a lot, the philosophy, the
culture, standards, training. Some adapt quickly, some don't but
it's necessary change."