Probable Lineups
4-3-3
3-5-2
Probable Lineups Statistical Comparison
Goals
Assists
(6.6)
6.8
Average Ratings
6.4
(6.2)
27.4
Average Age
25.5
184.5
Average Height (cm)
183.3
(0.9)
1.2
Shots pg
0.8
(0.6)
(51%)
51%
Aerial Duel Success
50%
(46%)
(0.8)
0.7
Dribbles pg
0.5
(0.6)
(1.2)
1.1
Tackles pg
1.1
(1.5)
* Values in brackets (x) are overall player statistics in Premier League.
Missing Players
Newcastle
Sheff Utd
| Player | Reason | Status | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sven Botman | Out | 6.58 | |
| Jamaal Lascelles | Out | 6.61 | |
| Lewis Miley | Out | 6.57 | |
| Joelinton | Out | 6.75 | |
| Nick Pope | Out | 6.71 | |
| Miguel Almirón | Out | 6.6 | |
| Joe Willock | Out | 6.45 | |
| Kieran Trippier | Out | 7.07 | |
| Matt Targett | Out | 5.91 | |
| Sandro Tonali | Out | 6.53 |
| Player | Reason | Status | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Max Lowe | Out | 6.34 | |
| Rhys Norrington-Davies | Out | 5.94 | |
| Chris Basham | Out | 6.35 | |
| John Egan | Out | 6.16 | |
| George Baldock | Out | 6.42 | |
| Tom Davies | Out | 5.95 | |
| Daniel Jebbison | Out | 5.89 | |
| James McAtee | Out | 6.38 | |
| Oliver McBurnie | Doubtful | 6.82 | |
| Rhian Brewster | Doubtful | 5.93 | |
| Jack Robinson | Doubtful | 6.36 |
Team News
Newcastle
Sheff Utd
- Newcastle are without 10 players for their welcome of Sheffield United.
- With little room for rotation, Eddie Howe may go with a similar looking XI that took on Crystal Palace in midweek, though is expected to revert to a 4-3-3 setup
- Chris Wilder will hope to have Oliver McBurnie, Rhian Brewster and Jack Robinson available for selection with the trio doubts.
- Wilder does have eight confirmed absentees to contend with, however.
