Newcastle United ended a run of three straight defeats by beating Fulham at St James' Park on Saturday - but Eddie Howe had to contend with further injuries within his already depleted squad.
Prior to the game, it was revealed that club-record signing Alexander Isak had been left out of the squad after feeling the after-affects of his recent groin issue. And if that wasn't enough, injuries to Fabian Schar and Joelinton during the match added to the injury woes.
Both players withdrew in the first half. Schar pulled up with a glute problem just 13 minutes before Joelinton felt some discomfort in his hamstring as half-time neared.
Emil Krafth and Lewis Miley were introduced and it was the latter who broke the deadlock on the hour-mark to become Newcastle's youngest-ever Premier League goalscorer. Goals from Miguel Almiron and Dan Burn wrapped up the win.
There's little rest for Howe's men. Next up is a trip to Chelsea on Tuesday where a place in the semi-finals of the Carabao Cup is up for grabs.
Will any players be back? NewcastleWorld takes a look at Newcastle's injury list and when each player could return to action:
1. Nick Pope - shoulder
Pope dislocated his shoulder in the Premier League win over Man Utd but is recovering ahead of schedule. Possible return date: Mid to late March 2024.
2. Sandro Tonali - banned
Tonali is suspended from football until August 2024 following an investigation into illegal betting activity. Possible return date: August 2024.
3. Joelinton - thigh
Joelinton underwent thigh surgery last month and won't return until May at the earliest. Possible return date: May 2024.
4. Matt Targett - hamstring
Targett underwent hamstring surgery early December. Could return to training in the next couple of weeks. Possible return date: Wolves (H) 02/03.