Christian Atsu says Newcastle United's players are behind Steve Bruce no matter what.

The Magpies responded to heavy criticism by beating Spurs in North London last Sunday.

And Ghana international Atsu was happy with Bruce's tactics for the game.

"The formation worked," said the winger.

"We defended well. We're a very good team. This is going to change a lot of things for the players and the fans. The season is a long season, so we just need to carry on. Any formation that he wants to play, we are behind him. We're going to give everything.

"The atmosphere's very good. Even when we lost the two games, he was very confident. I can say, gradually, we're really understanding his gameplan. We're very organised and always behind him. This is going to change the atmosphere."