Official Newcastle United injury update – Availability ahead of Brighton match | OneFootball

An official Newcastle United injury update on Friday.

Eddie Howe talking to journalists.

Eddie Howe hoping to see the team make it eight wins from nine.

With only four Premier League games left for each team to play, every result so important now, as it will dictate whether or not United will be in the Champions League next season.

Eddie Howe giving this Newcastle United injury update.

Pointers as to availability for this Brighton match and beyond.

Official Newcastle United injury update from Eddie Howe – 2 May 2025:

Eddie Howe on Joelinton

“The likelihood is that it will be difficult [if he will play again this season].

“But with Joe you never rule him out. He’s so motivated to try and come back.

“He had a bit of discomfort in his knee last week before the game so we sought specialist opinion and the opinion was it was nothing serious but he needed a period of rest so he’s now in Brazil.

“We’ll wait and see if we can get him back before the end of the season but the likelihood is probably not.”

Eddie Howe on Sven Botman:

“He came through last weekend OK [against Ipswich].

“He trained again this week and looks good, so it’s been positive to have him back.”

So as things appear to stand, only Joelinton, Matt Targett, Lewis Hall and Jamaal Lascelles will be definitely unavailable for this Brighton match on Sunday.

The remaining Newcastle United match schedule:

Sunday 4 May – Brighton v Newcastle (2pm) Sky Sports