Newcastle travel to Hillborough looking to continue their 15 game unbeaten streak in all competitions, a run stretching back to August. Eddie Howe’s side have also gone over nine hours without conceding a competitive goal but will be well aware of the potential banana skin League One side Sheffield Wednesday pose.
The Magpies were beaten at home to third tier opposition Cambridge United at the same stage of the competition last January in what was one of only two home defeats for the club in 2022.
United have several injury concerns heading into the match but record signing Alexander Isak is closing in on a return.
Here is Newcastle United’s current injury list and estimated return dates...
5. Matty Longstaff - ACL
The young midfielder picked up a serious knee injury while on loan at Colchester United and has since returned to the club. He had undergone surgery and will be out for the remainder of the season with his contract set to expire in the summer. What Howe said: “Very difficult for any young players to pick up any serious injury. It is bad timing for him. We certainly wish him well, and hope he recovers full. “We’ll support him back to fully fitness. There’ll be no concerns there. It’s our duty.” Estimated return date: Late summer 2023 Photo: Getty