Newcastle defender Kieran Trippier says he told fans "there's no need to panic" after confronting them at full-time in their defeat at Bournemouth.
Trippier appeared upset as he asked the fans: "How many injuries have we got?"
"The fans are emotional," he told Sky Sports after the incident.
"They have travelled a long way. I had a chat with one of them, saying we are giving everything and there's no need to panic.
"We got beat and we apologise for that result but the lads are giving everything."
- Latest Newcastle United news, analysis and fan views
- Get Magpies news notifications
- Listen to the latest Newcastle United Podcast
Trippier was pulled away from the confrontation by team-mate Joelinton and was consoled by manager Eddie Howe following their second successive defeat in all competitions.