Lewis Hall, Alexander Isak & Sven Botman: Newcastle United injury list & possible return dates
Lewis Hall, Alexander Isak & Sven Botman: Newcastle United injury list & possible return dates.
Newcastle United’s 2-1 defeat to Brighton & Hove Albion in the FA Cup fifth round was damaging in more ways than one.
Not only did the Magpies lose the game in the 116th minute, they witnessed Anthony Gordon receive a straight red card for violent conduct, while several players picked up knocks.
Eddie Howe’s side were dealt a major blow before the match with Lewis Hall ruled out with an ankle problem. Meanwhile, Sven Botman remains sidelined with a knee issue.
NewcastleWorld takes a look at Newcastle’s absentee list in full and when each player could return.
Lewis Hall
Hall missed the 2-1 FA Cup defeat to Brighton & Hove Albion with an ankle injury he sustained in the 2-0 defeat at Liverpool on Wednesday.
What’s Eddie Howe said?
“Yeah, an ankle problem after the Liverpool game,” said Howe. “He didn't really recover well. He felt a pain. He’s had a scan and now he’s been to see a specialist. We’re awaiting further news.”
Possible return date
TBC
Alexander Isak
After missing the defeat at Liverpool four days’ earlier due to a groin issue, the Swede was back in the starting XI against Brighton. He then had to be withdrawn in the 86th minute.
What’s Eddie Howe said?
Howe said: “Just general tightness. I don't think there's a problem there. But as I said before the game, if he was fit, he would play today knowing the importance of today's game and, fingers crossed.”
Possible return date
West Ham United (A) 10/03
Kieran Trippier
Trippier captained Newcastle on his return to the starting XI before needing to come off in the 70th minute.
What’s Eddie Howe said?
“Kieran just felt his back,” said Howe.
Possible return date
West Ham United (A) 10/03
Sven Botman
A month on from sustaining a knee issue in the Carabao Cup semi-final second-leg win over Arsenal, Botman is yet to return to action.
What’s Eddie Howe said?
Howe said: “Sven was close [v Brighton]. He did light training yesterday. Didn't feel 100% confident in his body so we decided not to risk him today.
“We still hope that he can play a part either in our next game or the game after. Desperate to get him back fit. Such a big player. But again, we couldn't take a risk with him if he wasn't 100% fit.”
Possible return date
West Ham United (A) 10/03
Tino Livramento
Livramento played the whole 120 minutes against Brighton & Hove Albion but was visibly struggling in extra-time.
What’s Eddie Howe said?
“Well, mainly Tino Livramento. I think it was cramp more than an injury. So I think he was limited.”
Possible return date
West Ham United (A) 10/03
Anthony Gordon
Gordon was shown a straight red card in the 83rd minute against Brighton and, unless overturned, will serve a three-match ban.
What’s Eddie Howe said?
Howe said: “Yeah, of course [we’ll appea]. I think if we analyse the incident and feel there's grounds for that, we will do it without hesitation.
“I've not seen it. I've only seen it live. I don't know. It's very difficult to form an opinion from what I saw on the pitch. I don't know what Anthony's intention was.
“I'm sure it wasn't to harm or to possibly get the red card. In that moment, I don't know quite know what's happened. But I need to review it properly before forming my opinion.”
Possible return date
Leicester City (A) 07/04.