Gateshead vs. Newcastle United - News - July 25, 2026

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Joelinton - Building up fitness Joelinton is doing really well and is running as the club builds up his fitness gradually, according to coach Eddie Howe. "Joelinton is doing really well. He is running and we are...

Impact Joelinton had joined preseason training appearing fit following the thigh injury that ended his previous season, and this update points to continued steady progress in his buildup. The midfielder closed out last season with two goals and an assist across 27 appearances, including 23 starts. He is expected to continue his gradual reintegration as Newcastle prepare for the new campaign, with an eye toward being ready for the season opener against Liverpool on Aug. 23.

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Lewis Miley - Making good progress Miley is making good progress and is expected to be back training at La Manga, according to coach Eddie Howe. "Lewis is making really good progress, we think he will be back in La...

Impact Miley suffered a broken leg in an innocuous training incident back in the spring, undergoing surgery that had been expected to keep him out for a few months. His return to outdoor training earlier marked an encouraging step, and this update points to continued progress toward full training. Miley is expected to build up his fitness gradually as Newcastle's preseason continues.

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William Osula - Dealing with tight groin Osula (groin) picked up a tight groin in training and was absent for the match against Gateshead, according to coach Eddie Howe, per Chronicle Live. "Will just had a tight groin, s...

Impact Osula's absence isn't considered serious, and the Denmark international is expected to have plenty of time to impress as preseason continues given the minor nature of the issue. The forward brings pace and physical presence to the frontline, qualities Newcastle United will want to see on full display once he returns to full training. He is expected to be back involved in the near term as preseason progresses.

JULY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Tino Livramento - Issue slows recovery Livramento (calf) remains further behind his injured teammates in his recovery from the calf injury he suffered at the World Cup with England in June, according to coach Eddie Howe...

Impact Livramento was forced to leave England's World Cup squad in June due to the issue, and his recovery timeline now appears to be trailing the club's other sidelined players heading into the La Manga training camp. The defender's pace and attacking threat from full back make his eventual return an important boost for Newcastle United once he's back to full fitness. He is expected to continue his individual recovery program as the rest of the squad progresses through preseason.

JULY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Sven Botman - Dealing with facial knock Botman took a knock to the face in training on Thursday and is expected to be back soon, according to coach Eddie Howe, per Chronicle Live. "Sven just took a little knock to the fa...

Impact Botman's absence against Gateshead isn't considered a cause for concern, though his extensive injury history over the past two seasons means his workload will likely continue to be managed carefully. The defender's aerial presence and composure on the ball make him an important piece of Newcastle's backline once fully available. He is expected to return to full training in the near term as preseason continues.

JULY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Fabian Schar - Starts in friendly Schar (foot) is starting Saturday's friendly against Gateshead, according to the club.

Impact Schar had ended last season sidelined with a foot injury suffered in January that kept him out for the final few months, so his inclusion in the starting lineup marks a significant step forward in his recovery. He started 11 of his 16 appearances before the injury last season and recently signed a contract extension for the new campaign, though he could face a lesser role in 2026/27 given the competition for minutes at center back from Malick Thiaw, Sven Botman and Dan Burn.

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