Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe said the significance of taking a point at AC Milan in the Champions League on Tuesday should not be underestimated after the Premier League side came away with a 0-0 draw at a hostile San Siro.
Newcastle, who are playing in the tournament after a 20-year absence, are in a difficult group which also features Borussia Dortmund and Paris St Germain, and Howe said leaving Milan with a draw could prove key to their chances of advancing.
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"You can't underestimate the difficulties of coming here - the emotion of the game, new experiences, we had to take a lot on board today," Howe said.
"I thought the crowd were very good for Milan. It was a hostile atmosphere, and the players had to adjust to that, and that is why I don't think you can underestimate the performance and point.
"It will look better and better as time goes on."
Newcastle next visit Sheffield United in the league on Sunday.
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