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Newcastle manager Eddie Howe confirmed the club's Saudi Arabian PIF owners remain supportive following meetings in the north-east this week, ahead of Saturday's home game against Brighton. Liverpool's Mohamed Salah has been ruled out of Sunday's match due to a minor injury, though his manager expressed relief that the issue is not serious and expects him to return for the final part of the season and be available for the World Cup. Howe emphasized there has been no change in the level of support he is receiving despite pressure for results.