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Few can doubt the character in this Newcastle United squad. While the summer transfer window was no doubt hugely disappointing, the players Eddie Howe does have at his disposal are proving they are committed to the cause this season. Newcastle had to battle through adversity to beat Southampton on the opening day after Fabian Schar’s controversial red card, while they also fought back to claim a big point at Bournemouth. They then had to weather the storm against Tottenham before the international break to record an impressive victory, underlining the strength of resolve in the squad. Indeed, …