NEWCASTLE RECEIVE MIXED INJURY NEWS FROM EDDIE HOWE BEFORE BRIGHTON
Eddie Howe provides a positive Newcastle injury update. Joelinton is fit for Brighton, Lewis Hall's scan was encouraging, and Yoane Wissa is back on the grass. Bruno Guimaraes also returned safely.
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Before Newcastle United's match against Brighton, Eddie Howe gave injury information on players, including Joelinton and Lewis Hall.
Newcastle United vs. Brighton at the Amex Stadium marks the Magpies' return to Premier League action following the international break.
Newcastle, who have not defeated the Seagulls away from home since February 2017, is expected to draw with them.
With Bruno Guimaraes and Joelinton travelling to and from Asia to represent Brazil over the international break, Eddie Howe does have some fitness issues going into the match. Howe has given updates on their availability before the Brighton match, and the travel will have taken its toll.
Bruno Guimaraes is healthy for Newcastle United's match against Brighton, according to Eddie Howe.
Lewis Miley, Joelinton, and Bruno Guimaraes
There were questions about the Magpies' midfield options because Lewis Miley had left the England Under-21 team, and Bruno and Joelinton were going to Asia. But Howe seems to have allayed those worries.
According to the Chronicle, he stated, "Everyone has returned safely."
"We had some concerns about Joelinton, but he appears to be doing well and should be able to train today."
Lewis Hall
Howe has now given a further update on Lewis Hall, the teenage left-back who missed Newcastle's victory over Forest due to a hamstring injury.
"The results of the second scan were encouraging," he stated.
He might be out on a variety of time scales, and this was the shortest one. Before the next international break, we hope he will return. It is fantastic news because that might not have been possible from the initial scan.
Yoane Wissa
Although Yoane Wissa has not yet been given his Newcastle United debut, Howe has given an encouraging update on his recuperation from a knee injury.
"Yoane's knee has responded nicely to that training, and we have seen him on the grass for the first time," he stated.
"We will progressively advance him, but deadlines have not changed."
Jacob Ramsey
After missing action since late August due to an ankle issue, Jacob Ramsey is back to full fitness.
He stated, "JJ had a few training sessions, but we did not want to push him too early."
"He appears to be doing well after a few more training sessions."
The summer acquisition is included in Geordie Boot Boys' projected Newcastle starting lineup for their match against Brighton; however, he has not played for the Magpies since the 0-0 draw with Leeds. After spending £43 million to join from Aston Villa, Ramsey has yet to prove his abilities to the Toon Army, so this might be a great opportunity for him.
Howe is anticipated to continue with the same back four that helped Newcastle defeat Union Saint-Gilloise and Nottingham Forest back-to-back while keeping a clean sheet, as Lewis Hall is injured.
DISCIPLINARY BLOW: MADRID PLAYER SUSPENDED POST EL CLáSICO TUSSLE
Real Madrid's backup keeper Andriy Lunin has been handed a one-game suspension by the RFEF for his aggressive conduct on the bench during the heated final moments of El Clásico. Real Madrid's appeal was rejected.
El Clásico Scuffle - Photo Credit Getty Images
Los Blancos' goalie Andriy Lunin has been suspended for one game by the RFEF Disciplinary Committee for his involvement in the sideline dramas during the El Clásico's final moments. Although the cameras did not catch it, referee Soto Grado did record that he had sent the Ukrainian off.
According to Mundo Deportivo, the RFEF responded as follows when asked why Lunin received a red card.
The reason for Lunin, Andrii's expulsion in the 90th minute was that he had to be restrained by his teammates after he walked aggressively from his bench to the blonde bench.
The disciplinary committee of the RFEF
"When considered significant, those whose behaviour violates sporting order will be suspended for four to ten games or fined between 602 and 3,006 euros."
Because of Lunin's actions, which constituted a minor violation of the sporting order, he was suspended for one game. The ruling had been challenged by Real Madrid. However, the RFEF stayed steadfast, defending the referee's ruling and the evidence in the match report and on film.
Now, the backup goalie will not play against Valencia this weekend, where he is probably going to be benched. Fran Gonzalez and Sunico, both from the youth team, might be called up as the matchday squad's third choice, with Sergio Mestre serving as a backup.
No Barcelona players or any other Real Madrid players were slapped with bans following the two flash moments in the closing stages of the game. When Vinicius Jr. and Lamie Yamal argued, even players who were not on the team were spotted shoving on the side of the field. The RFEF, however, determined that nothing that came to pass would justify further prohibitions.
ARSENAL STAR DROPS CONFIDENT TITLE HINT AFTER STRONG OPENING
Arsenal star Bukayo Saka is targeting a historic Premier League and World Cup double with England this season. The winger believes it's a "doable" feat as the Gunners lead the title race.
Bukayo Saka - (Image: David Price/Arsenal FC)
According to Bukayo Saka, it is feasible for Arsenal and England to win both games this season. The season has started well for the Gunners under Mikel Arteta's leadership.
Arsenal leads the Premier League standings by four points at the moment and is starting to look like a title contender. Manchester City is only one point ahead of defending champions Liverpool, who are seven points behind.
Saka, however, is not only interested in winning at his club; he also hopes to succeed internationally. Manager Thomas Tuchel has stated that winning the trophy is his ambition for England, who have qualified for the World Cup in the USA next year.
Saka is optimistic about his club's and his nation's chances of winning. "Yeah, that is my prayer," he remarked in an interview with Sky Sports. It is possible, of course.