The official reason why Fabian Schar misses Newcastle United vs Wolves

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Newcastle United are without Fabian Schar for tonight’s Premier League clash at home to Wolverhampton Wanderers.

The 33-year-old started and played a full 90 minutes as the Magpies beat League Two side Bromley on Sunday to advance into the fourth round of the FA Cup.

With Sven Botman back fit and starring in recent wins over Tottenham Hotspur and Arsenal, head coach Eddie Howe faced the difficult decision of deciding between the Dutchman and Schar at right-sided centre-back.

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Newcastle United player Fabian Schar in action during the Premier League match between Manchester United FC and Newcastle United FC at Old Trafford on December 30, 2024 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images)Newcastle United player Fabian Schar in action during the Premier League match between Manchester United FC and Newcastle United FC at Old Trafford on December 30, 2024 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images)
Newcastle United player Fabian Schar in action during the Premier League match between Manchester United FC and Newcastle United FC at Old Trafford on December 30, 2024 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images) | Getty Images

Why is Fabian Schar missing for Newcastle against Wolves?

However, it appears the decision was made for Howe. Botman starts alongside Dan Burn at the heart of defence, while Schar isn’t in the squad because of illness.

Schar’s last Premier League appearance came on December 30 when Newcastle won 3-1 at Manchester United. He was booked in the latter stages of tie, meaning he was suspended for the visit to Spurs, as well as the trip to Arsenal a few days later.

The former Switzerland international has 21 starts for Howe’s side this campaign.

Meanwhile, the Magpies welcome back Alexander Isak, Jacob Murphy and Joe Willock into the squad after they were rested at the weekend.

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“Yeah, we'll have a look at them again today,” Howe said in his pre-match press conference. “They were left out for genuine reasons. So, all different things, but nothing major, we hope. So, minor problems that we needed to settle down, fingers crossed they'll be there or thereabouts.”

Emil Krafth is also back with the team following two months out with broken collarbone. Callum Wilson (hamstring), Jamaal Lascelles (ACL), Harvey Barnes (thigh) and Nick Pope (knee) remain sidelined.

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