Newcastle United face AC Milan in a crucial Champions League clash at St James’ Park on Wednesday night.
The Magpies simply must win to stand a chance of qualifying for the knockout stages for the very first time, but Eddie Howe’s side go into the game on the back of two heavy Premier League defeats to Everton and Spurs.
Stefano Pioli’s side also need to win to keep their hopes alive of qualifying from the group and Pioli, much like his opposite number, has a fair few injury concerns to deal with ahead of the game.
Here, we take a look at the latest injury news from both camps ahead of the Champions League clash between Newcastle United and AC Milan:
5. Noah Okafor - out
Okafor was injured whilst on international duty with Switzerland and has missed their last four games in all competitions. Pioli is hopeful of having him available soon, but he will miss the game against Newcastle United. | Getty Images
6. Marco Sportiello - out
Sportiello suffered a calf injury in October and hasn’t featured since. | Getty Images
7. Martin Dubravka - doubt
Howe revealed that he was ‘unclear’ on whether Dubravka will be fit to face AC Milan. The Slovakian wasn’t spotted in training on Tuesday afternoon. | Getty Images
8. Emil Krafth - out
Krafth has not been included in Newcastle United’s Champions League squad and thus is unable to feature against AC Milan. | AFP via Getty Images