Newcastle United face a severe test as they look to keep alive their hopes of ending their long wait for silverware when they visit Manchester City in the FA Cup quarter-final on Saturday evening.
The Magpies have already seen off Sunderland, Fulham and Blackburn Rovers to reach the last eight of the competition and now lie just 90 minutes away from a Wembley semi-final. However, the unquestionable quality of Pep Guardiola's side, coupled with United's appalling record at the Etihad Stadium, means an away win would be something of a shock if Eddie Howe's side can come out on top.
Howe's cause if far from helped by the fact the Magpies boss is heading into battle without the services of several key players as his injury nightmare continues to hamper any attempts to draw an improvement out of his squad. With days to go until the game, NewcastleWorld assesses the latest team news and injury updates from the Magpies and their opponents.
5. OUT: Ederson (Manchester City)
The Brazil international is set for a period on the sidelines after suffering a knee injury in Sunday's draw with Liverpool. Photo: PAUL ELLIS
6. OUT: Joelinton (Newcastle United)
Joelinton has been out of action since he suffered a thigh injury in the FA Cup win against Sunderland and will not return until the final month of the season. | AFP via Getty Images
7. OUT: Nick Pope (Newcastle United)
Pope has unquestionably been a big miss for the Magpies and will not return from a shoulder injury until early April. | Getty Images
8. OUT: Kieran Trippier (Newcastle United)
The England full-back suffered a calf injury in the win against Wolves and will not return until after the international break. | AFP via Getty Images