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Steve Bruce Identifies Key Problem During Rafa Benitez's Newcastle Reign

Newcastle United manager Steve Bruce claims that he's discovered the main problem that held the Tyneside club back during Rafa Benitez's spell In charge - a lack of goals.

Bruce took over from Benitez this summer, after the ex-Liverpool boss and Newcastle owner Mike Ashley were unable to agree terms on a new deal.

The new Magpies boss has overseen six matches so far this season, in which his team has scored a measly four goals, earning five points in the process.

Bruce spoke before his side's goalless draw against Brighton, and, as reported by Chronicle Live, the 58-year-old declared that a lack of firepower has been the problem for years at St James' Park.