After the impressive 4-0 victory over Girona last night, Newcastle United fans can expect to see a completely new starting lineup for today’s match against Stade Brest at 4pm. Stade Brest, a Ligue 1 team that finished third in the French top flight last season, will provide a tough test for Eddie Howe’s side.
Based on Howe’s recent comments and the current injury list, the predicted starting XI for today’s match is as follows: in a 4-3-3 formation, Vlachodimos in goal, Trippier, Schar, Kelly, and Lewis in defense, Harrison or Turner-Cooke, Guimaraes, and Willock in midfield, and Almiron, Osula, and Barnes in attack.
With Lewis Miley sidelined due to injury and Sandro Tonali still ineligible to play, either Alfie Harrison or Jay Turner-Cooke is expected to start in midfield alongside Guimaraes and Willock. This decision will depend on the availability of Joe White, who is dealing with a back issue.
Exciting young talent Will Osula is likely to lead the line and make his debut for Newcastle United. Eddie Howe has been impressed with the Danish striker’s performances in training over the past few days and hinted at his inclusion in the starting lineup:
“He’s trained very well over the last two days and has shown a lot of enthusiasm to make a positive impact. I am looking forward to seeing him play,” Howe said.
The Newcastle United manager also confirmed that all the players who didn’t feature in the previous match will have a chance to play today. He emphasized that it will be a completely different starting XI, and everyone who is fit will be given an opportunity to showcase their abilities on the field.
It will be interesting to see how the new signings and young talents perform against a strong Stade Brest side. The fans will be eager to witness the evolution of Eddie Howe’s team and the potential impact of the fresh faces in the squad. Stay tuned for an exciting match at 4pm as Newcastle United look to continue their positive momentum in pre-season.