Blinksportsnews247Newcastle United takes on Nottingham Forest in a crucial Premier League match as the Magpies attempt to maintain their chances of playing in Europe.
United will want to improve their dismal road performance and get revenge on Forest for their Boxing Day 3-1 loss. Eddie Howe’s team will take on a Forest team that could be a little worn out and lanky after their FA Cup fourth round replay against Championship team Bristol City drove them to penalties midweek.
A few players on Nuno Espirito Santo’s team were observed to be hobbling a little at full time, suggesting that they had taken a few blows during the midweek match. Similar to Newcastle, there are a good number of absentees from Saturday’s game. Below, you can see how Forest’s injuries are progressing and which players are still out due to AFCON.
As he treats a hamstring problem, the former Newcastle United forward might miss up to eight weeks of play. He was hurt last month when playing at home against Arsenal, losing 2-1, when filling in for Taiwo Awoniyi at halftime.
Nuno declared at his discretion prior to Forest’s FA Cup replay: “He (Wood) is out.” He will be absent for a while. I hope not too long, but we’ll see. We find this frustrating, yet it does occur.
Morgan Gibbs-White
The 24-year-old offensive midfielder was among those who gave Newcastle United a run for their money on Boxing Day as Forest defeated The Magpies handily. Despite appearing to signal the Forest coaches to take him off during the penalty shootout, Gibbs-White remained in the game since they had used all of their substitutes. But he did make the most of his spot kick.
Felipe and Morgan (Gibbs White) were having difficulties. It’s also difficult for athletes who have been out for so long to play overtime.
“The team selection decision was the only practical way to try to protect players who are returning while also managing the current situation.”
The amount of time they spend on the field has to be tracked. We also need to handle the players who are returning from extended absences at the same time.
But in this regard, the answer was commendable. Even though it was difficult, I am really delighted with the perseverance and attitude you have.
Gonzalo Montiel
Another injury worry for Forest is the player who scored Argentina’s game-winning penalty kick against France in the 2022 World Cup. In the ninetieth minute, Montiel was pulled off the field after taking a knock late in the match against Bristol City.
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