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Newcastle United face Tottenham Hotspur today aiming to continue their good form since the international break. Seven points from three games has helped the Magpies strengthen their hopes of qualifying for European football next season - but they face a stern test of their credentials against Ange Postecoglou’s side.
They will be keen to avenge their 4-1 defeat in north London back in December and know a win against Spurs, like they discovered during their stunning 6-1 win in this fixture last season, can go a long way to helping them realise their European ambitions. However, like many games this season, Eddie Howe has a number of injury issues to contend with within his squad.
Long-term absentees like Jamaal Lascelles, Sven Botman and Sandro Tonali continue to be absent whilst they will be sweating on the fitness of Lewis Hall after Howe admitted on Friday that he hadn’t trained after suffering a quad injury. Here, we take a look at the latest injury news from both camps ahead of Newcastle United’s clash with Spurs at St James’ Park:
9. Callum Wilson - out
Wilson suffered a pectoral injury in the dying stages of the win over Nottingham Forest and is expected to be out of action until May after undergoing surgery on the issue. | Getty Images
10. Nick Pope - out
Pope dislocated his shoulder during the win over Manchester United in December. There is hope that he could be back in action later this month. | Getty Images
11. Sandro Tonali - out
Tonali was handed a 10-month ban from football meaning he won’t be available for selection until the beginning of next season. | Getty Images
12. Joelinton - out
Joelinton has undergone surgery on his thigh injury and has been ruled-out of action until May. | Getty Images