Newcastle United’s 4-0 win against Tottenham Hotspur on Saturday was unbelievable in more ways than one.
Eddie Howe’s side were rampant at St James’ Park as a brace from Alexander Isak and goals from Anthony Gordon & Fabian Schar saw the Magpies move up to sixth in the Premier League table.
After beating Fulham the weekend prior, it was also the first time United have won back-to-back league wins since December. And they did so without 11 senior players.
Injuries have dominated Newcastle’s season and perhaps the most unusual thing about Saturday was there no fresh problems to report.
And encouragingly, Howe now has a period to welcome players back for the trip to Crystal Palace next Wednesday (April 24). From Spurs to Palace there is 10 day break with United out of Premier League action this weekend.
There are a clutch of players pushing to return in the coming weeks as Newcastle look to secure European qualification. Here’s Newcastle United’s absentee list in full and when each player could make their comeback:
1. Fabian Schar - hamstring
Schar felt tightness in his hamstring against Sheffield United, which forced him to withdraw at half-time. Possible return date: Burnley (A) 04/05.
2. Sven Botman - ACL
The Dutchman has been ruled out for six to nine months after undergoing surgery on his knee. Possible return date: December 2024.
3. Matt Targett - Achilles
Targett is sidelined for the rest of the season with an Achilles issue having only just returned from four months out. Possible return date: 2024-25 season.
4. Jamaal Lascelles - ACL
Lascelles sustained an ACL injury against West Ham and will be sidelined for six to nine months. Possible return date: December 2024.