Bruce upset with early goals

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earlier this weekend and they were defeated with a 2-0 result.

scored an own goal at the tenth minute and

scored the second goal.

Newcastle

’s sluggish starts are proving costly, and Bruce will be demanding his players produce a much brighter opening when they return to action at Selhurst Park.

“It’s something we’re going to have to address,” said the Newcastle boss. “Before we even start, we’re a goal down, so we’ll have to have a look at that and start better.

“It is a frustration, and we’ve got to make sure we get back to that defensive organisation that keeps you in a game.

“We were better in the second half and we went higher up the pitch and had some big moments, but unfortunately we couldn’t take one and

Chelsea

punished us with a poor goal that we gave away.

“I’m frustrated because we can’t get a result. I make no excuses, but we’ve played three of the top six in the last few weeks. It’s been difficult, but there was a lot to like about that second-half performance.”