SHOCKING BRENTFORD DISASTER EXPOSED! Eddie Howe’s BIGGEST BLUNDER – This Newcastle DUD Must Be AXED FOREVER After Total MELTDOWN! [MUST-SEE]

Nick Pope’s injury during Newcastle United’s 3-1 defeat to Brentford may have marked the end of his tenure as Eddie Howe’s first-choice goalkeeper.

The Magpies took an early lead when Harvey Barnes, standing in for the injured Anthony Gordon, brilliantly turned inside the box and slotted home.

However, Brentford equalised after Pope misjudged a long throw, allowing Kevin Schade to score.

Pope’s afternoon worsened when he collided with Igor Thiago, forcing him off with an apparent injury.

Aaron Ramsdale replaced him, but his introduction coincided with a Brentford penalty that Thiago converted. The Brazilian forward later netted again, sealing Newcastle’s fifth loss of the season.

Pope’s form has dipped notably this campaign, mirroring Newcastle’s struggles. The 33-year-old, who was linked with a return to Burnley in the summer, has conceded 12 goals in 11 games, averaging 1.1 per match, and has committed one direct error leading to a goal.

Despite Ramsdale’s arrival on loan from Southampton, Howe has continued to back Pope — but his latest showing could change that.

Ramsdale, who previously worked with Howe at Bournemouth, has featured only twice in the Carabao Cup since joining Newcastle.

The England international is eager to re-establish himself in the Premier League following his fall from grace at Arsenal, where he was replaced by David Raya despite earning a spot in the PFA Team of the Year the season prior.

Now, Pope’s setback could give Ramsdale the chance to reclaim his reputation and possibly make the No.1 spot his own.

Newcastle fans have grown increasingly frustrated with Pope’s performances. Many took to social media to call for change, describing the veteran keeper as “washed” and blaming him for Brentford’s equaliser.

Others mocked his continued England call-ups, insisting he is no longer good enough for the Magpies.

Since joining from Burnley in 2022 for £10 million, Pope has been a vital part of Newcastle’s rise — helping them qualify for the Champions League and lift the Carabao Cup.

However, his recent decline and injury may open the door for Ramsdale to take charge, potentially beginning with Newcastle’s clash against Manchester City on November 22nd.