Newcastle United faces significant injury challenges as the team prepares for its upcoming match against Everton. Head coach Eddie Howe confirmed that team captain Kieran Trippier will be sidelined for up to four weeks due to a hamstring strain. Trippier’s absence is a critical blow for the squad, particularly as the team has already been coping without Tino Livramento, who is also injured.
Joining Trippier on the treatment list is Dutch defender Sven Botman, who has sustained a back injury. His availability for the match against Everton at the Hill Dickinson Stadium on Saturday evening remains uncertain. The situation leaves Newcastle thin on defensive options, especially with Swedish full-back Emil Krafth also out of contention.
While the injury news is concerning, Howe provided a glimmer of hope with the announcement that summer signing Yoane Wissa has returned to training, marking his first session with the squad. The £55 million player had been recovering from a PCL injury sustained during the September international break. Although Wissa will not make his debut against Everton, there is optimism he could be available for the crucial Wear-Tyne derby against Sunderland in December.
This derby will be the first league meeting between Newcastle and Sunderland since 2016, following Newcastle’s victory over their rivals in the FA Cup last season. Newcastle’s upcoming match against Everton will be significant for both teams, as the Toffees will be without midfielder Idrissa Gana Gueye, who is suspended after receiving a red card in their recent match against Manchester United.
Newcastle’s visit to Everton’s new stadium will mark their first appearance at the Hill Dickinson Stadium. Everton has shown strength at home this season, securing three wins and two draws in their initial six home matches of the Premier League campaign. As the fixtures unfold, Newcastle will need to adapt quickly to their injury challenges while aiming to maintain their position in the league.
