Joelinton Reaches 250 Games; Skipper Misses Out in Latest Lineup
Joelinton is set to reach a significant milestone as he makes his 250th appearance for Newcastle United. This notable event coincides with his 204th match in the Premier League, elevating him into the top ten of the club’s all-time appearances chart.
Key Player Changes Ahead of the Match
Newcastle’s skipper, Bruno Guimarães, will not participate in the upcoming match against Aston Villa due to an ankle injury sustained in a recent match against PSV. Although manager Eddie Howe hoped to include him in the squad, Guimarães has been officially ruled out.
With Guimarães absent, Lewis Miley is set to replace him in the starting lineup. This change reflects the team’s ongoing adjustments to player availability as they prepare for the match.
Player Returns and Squad Overview
The squad for this match features some welcome returns. Dan Burn is back after recovering from serious injuries sustained against Sunderland last month. Additionally, William Osula returns after dealing with an ankle issue that had sidelined him since early November.
Starting Lineup and Substitutes
Newcastle’s lineup for the match includes:
- Nick Pope
- Kieran Trippier (captain)
- Lewis Hall
- Sven Botman
- Joelinton
- Sandro Tonali
- Yoane Wissa
- Anthony Gordon
- Harvey Barnes
- Malick Thiaw
- Lewis Miley
The substitutes for the match consist of:
- Aaron Ramsdale
- William Osula
- Anthony Elanga
- Nick Woltemade
- Joe Willock
- Dan Burn
- Alex Murphy
- Jacob Ramsey
- Leo Shahar
The upcoming match promises to be an intriguing contest as Newcastle navigates player injuries while celebrating Joelinton’s impressive milestone.
