Newcastle United Injury Update: Doubts Over Lewis Hall and Will Osula Ahead of West Ham Clash

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Eddie Howe has confirmed that his Newcastle United team will be without some key players ahead of their crucial Premier League clash against West Ham at the London Stadium. The Magpies, who are eager to secure back-to-back Premier League wins for the first time since April, will be without Tino Livramento and Issa Wissa, who are both sidelined with injuries. Meanwhile, there are doubts over the fitness of Lewis Hall and Will Osula, with Howe stating that Hall is "very close" to returning to training and Osula is still managing an ankle injury.

Key Takeaways:

  • Eddie Howe has confirmed that there are doubts over the fitness of Lewis Hall and Will Osula ahead of Sunday's clash with West Ham.
  • Hall has been sidelined since October with an injury and is "very close" to returning to training, but has not yet trained with the team.
  • Osula is still managing an ankle injury and will be monitored further by the medical staff.
  • Tino Livramento and Issa Wissa are both ruled out with injuries, with Livramento expected to return to action after the international break and Wissa potentially making his debut before then.
  • Newcastle are looking to secure back-to-back Premier League wins for the first time since April and will be boosted by the return of key players such as Bruno Guimaraes, Joelinton, and Kieran Trippier.
  • Eddie Howe has made eight changes in midweek, giving a number of players a rest ahead of the busy schedule ahead.

Statistics:

  • Newcastle United have won four and drawn two of their last six visits to the London Stadium.
  • Eddie Howe has made eight changes in midweek, giving a number of players a rest ahead of the busy schedule ahead.
  • Lewis Hall has been sidelined since early October and is "very close" to returning to training.
  • Will Osula is managing an ankle injury that has affected his performance this season.
  • Tino Livramento has been out since the end of September and is expected to return to action after the international break.
  • Issa Wissa is waiting to make his debut for Newcastle United since joining the club on deadline day.

Sources:

  • (https://www.shieldsgazette.com/newsletter) Shield Gazette
  • (https://www.shieldsgazette.com/sport/football/newcastle-united/newcastle-united-tottenham-hotspur-ratings-carabao-cup-5380917) Shield Gazette