Eddie Howe Provides Update to Sky Sports as Newcastle Lose Key Players Before Carabao Cup Final

Newcastle United face a significant setback with key players unavailable on the left flank.

Anthony Gordon is set to miss the next three matches following his red card over the weekend, including the Carabao Cup final at Wembley on March 16th.

Meanwhile, Lewis Hall, one of Newcastle’s most consistent performers in an inconsistent season, has suffered an untimely injury, dealing a major blow to the club’s aspirations.

Although Gordon has lacked consistency, he remains a player managers value in high-stakes matches.

Losing both players ahead of such an important fixture puts Newcastle in a difficult position.

Eddie Howe Provides Updates on Hall and Gordon

Sky Sports journalist Keith Downie shared Eddie Howe’s thoughts on the situation via his X account:

“Lewis has taken the news particularly hard, given the timing with the Cup Final approaching and England opportunities on the horizon.”

“It’s a nasty injury, so we must ensure he gets the right treatment and returns at full strength next season. He’s a strong character, and we’re confident in his recovery.”

“The left side has been a key source of creativity for us this season, so losing both players is a huge setback.”

“I don’t know how to put a positive spin on this, but I’ll try… It’s an opportunity for others, and we have to find a solution. Our challenge now is to regroup—and we will.”

A Big Opportunity for Harvey Barnes and Matt Targett

Howe, known for his optimistic outlook, admitted the severity of the situation.

While he highlighted the chance for others to step up, Harvey Barnes is expected to be one of the beneficiaries. Additionally, Matt Targett is likely to replace Hall on the left side.

Targett, however, will need to improve his delivery.

After coming off the bench on Sunday, the former Aston Villa defender struggled with his crossing, failing to get past the first man on multiple occasions.

With Newcastle relying on their width for creativity, he will need to sharpen that aspect of his game to fill the void left by Hall.

The Magpies now face a crucial test of squad depth as they prepare for the upcoming fixtures, with the Cup Final looming as a defining moment in their season.