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EFL Cup Final and Weekend’s Fixtures: Injury News and Updates from All 22 Teams
As the EFL Cup Final between Newcastle United and Everton draws near, teams are busy preparing for the biggest game of the season. Here’s the latest injury news and updates from all 22 teams ahead of this weekend’s fixtures.
EFL Cup Final: Newcastle United vs Everton
Newcastle United will be without the suspended Anthony Gordon, while Sven Botman and Lewis Hall are long-term absentees. However, Ibrahim Amadou and Canyon could feature for the Magpies. Everton, on the other hand, have no new injury concerns, but Yousef Chesham and Seamus Coleman remain out. Lucas Paqueta is expected to return to the starting lineup after coming off the bench on Monday, while Vladimir Coufal is in contention. Everton’s caretaker boss, Duncan Fearnley, has welcomed Eddie Howl back to the matchday squad after his recent spell on the sidelines.
Premier League Fixtures
- Arsenal: Bayo Saka is stepping up his recovery from a hamstring problem but isn’t yet fit to play, while his loan deal with Manchester City rules out Raheem Sterling. Rob Holding should be available for Marco Silva’s Fulham after recovering from an ankle injury.
- Brighton: Jack Grealish continues to train well, and Matt O’Riley is available after serving a suspension.
- Chelsea: Robert Sanchez is set to start in goal, while Andrija Drivic should be available for Marco Silva’s Fulham.
- Crystal Palace: Julian Haro and Marco Sessi are back in training, while Ilia Zabini has served a three-game ban and is available.
- Everton: See above.
- Fulham: See above.
- Leicester City: Martin O’Neill has no new injury concerns, except for long-term absentee Abdul Fatin, leaving Mason Mount to be assessed ahead of Manchester United’s trip to Old Trafford.
- Manchester City: Pep Guardiola has no fresh injury concerns.
- Manchester United: Mason Mount could return from his lengthy absence on the bench, while Harry Maguire has recovered from a knock.
- Newcastle United: See above.
- Nottingham Forest: Kieran McKenna has no new injury concerns, except for goalkeeper Carlos Miguel, who has a hamstring injury.
- Southampton: Yan Bñer is a doubt after being forced off in the defeat at Liverpool, while Will Smallbone has a groin injury.
- Tottenham Hotspur: Jack Grealish is continuing his recovery, and Marco Sessi is available after serving a suspension.
What’s at stake this weekend? It’s a crucial period in the Premier League, with some teams fighting for survival and others seeking to capitalize on their rivals’ struggles. In the EFL Cup Final, Newcastle United and Everton will clash in a game that promises to be intense and thrilling. Stay tuned for all the action and updates!