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Provides one assist Murphy assisted once to go with three crosses (one accurate) and three chances created in Saturday's 3-1 victory against Brighton.

Impact Murphy played a direct creative role in Saturday's 3-1 win over Brighton, chasing down a long ball with determination in the first half before squaring across goal for William Osula to head home and open the scoring against the run of play. The English winger covered significant ground on the right flank and contributed defensively before being replaced by Harvey Barnes in the second half as his side looked to manage the result under Brighton's growing pressure, adding three key passes and three crosses. Murphy has now registered two assists across 30 Premier League appearances this season, consistently operating as a willing runner on the right side of his team's shape throughout a difficult campaign.

MAY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Creates single chance Murphy generated one shot (zero on goal), five crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-1 loss against Crystal Palace.

Impact Murphy sent in five crosses and created one chance during Sunday's loss. The winger had decent volume throughout the match, but his accuracy out wide was lacking, as none of his crosses were on target. Without a shot on goal or an accurate cross it's hard for Murphy to produce consistent end product.

APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE

Four crosses Sunday Murphy had one shot (one on goal), four crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Sunday's 2-1 defeat against Sunderland.

Impact Murphy came off the bench Sunday and still saw some decent work in his 25 minutes of play, recording a shot and four crosses, although not enough to earn his club at least a point. He continues in more of a rotational role at this point in the season, recording four goal contributions in 26 appearances (14 starts), with a minimal three starts since the beginning of January.

MARCH 23 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist off bench Murphy assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), one cross (one accurate) and two chances created in Tuesday's 1-1 draw against Barcelona.

Impact Murphy helped swing the momentum after coming on in Tuesday's Champions League clash against Barcelona, bringing fresh energy down the right flank and whipping in the cross that Harvey Barnes finished in the 86th minute to open the scoring. His direct runs forced Barcelona to retreat and finally gave Newcastle the width they had been missing in the final third. That assist looked set to stand as the match-winning moment until the stoppage-time penalty at the other end, while Murphy capped an impactful 23-minute shift off the bench with two chances created and one shot for the Magpies.

MARCH 11 • ROTOWIRE

Scores against Everton off bench Murphy scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and three crosses (one accurate) in Saturday's 3-2 loss to Everton.

Impact Murphy has struggled to consistently start matches recently, but his well taken finish from the edge of the box should help his case for more minutes going forward. He has recorded 36 shots in 1,137 minutes this season, a strong rate per 90 minutes, and has also created nine big chances, placing him among the more productive attacking players when he is on the field. The upside is clearly there, though his playing time has been inconsistent. Performances like this put him back into the conversation for a starting role as Newcastle United prepare to face Manchester United next, a difficult matchup with United currently sitting third in the table.

MARCH 4 • ROTOWIRE

Scores against Everton off bench Murphy scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and three crosses (one accurate) in Saturday's 3-2 loss to Everton.

MARCH 4 • ROTOWIRE

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FEBRUARY 28 • YOUTUBE

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Scores first UCL goal Murphy scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Wednesday's 6-1 win over Qarabag.

Impact Murphy capped the night with a deflected shot for his first Champions League goal this season. The goal is a rare bright spot in a down year, as the winger has struggled to replicate his form from last season when he started 31 league games and contributed nine goals and 14 assists. This season, he has made just 18 starts in all competitions, with only five in his last 13 appearances, and has three goals and three assists to his name.

FEBRUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

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Still not 100 percent Murphy is slowly returning to full fitness despite making the bench Wednesday, according to manager Eddie Howe. "Jacob's getting there. He's made some good progress in the last few...

Impact Murphy suffered the injury three weeks ago and still isn't 100 percent, which likely means a gradual return to the pitch in the coming weeks. The schedule eases up a bit for at least the next seven days, which should allow him to return to fitness. Once fully ready, he figures to receive minutes, though similar to before, his starts will be sporadic with the majority of the attack healthy.

JANUARY 30 • ROTOWIRE

Named to bench Murphy (hamstring) is on the bench for Wednesday's match against PSG.

Impact Murphy was training this week, and that has led to the attacker being an option, working into a bench role. With 12 starts in 18 appearances, he will work back into some starting time, although they do experience lots of rotation on the flanks.

JANUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Training with group Murphy (hamstring) is training with the group ahead of Wednesday's match against PSG, according to Lee Ryder of the Chronicle.

Impact Murphy was given some rest following a hamstring injury and appears to be recovering, with the attacker already in the group for training. This should leave him as a late call to face the former UCL champions, needing to pass some testing to be an option. He has started in 14 of his 23 appearances this season while scoring two goals and three assists, so his availability would be a help.

JANUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Given resting period Murphy (hamstring) was given a period of rest due to an injury, although the scans didn't show anything, coach Eddie Howe said in the press conference. "Jacob has had another scan...

Impact Murphy will miss some time as he recovers from a minor hamstring injury that he has been dealing with over the last couple of weeks. While the scans once again did not show anything, making it a strange case, the forward was given a period of rest to fully get rid of the discomfort. Harvey Barnes is expected to take on a larger role in the frontline for the Magpies until Murphy returns to full fitness.

JANUARY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Needs to be assessed Murphy (hamstring) needs to be assessed to know the full extent of the new setback he suffered in Tuesday's 2-0 defeat against Manchester City in the Carabao Cup, coach Eddie Howe...

Impact Murphy has been dealing with a hamstring problem for a couple of weeks and had two scans already that have come back clear, making his situation a bit blurry. The winger will be assessed further more to know the extend of that issue, allowing Harvey Barnes to see increased playing time for the Magpies if he had so miss some time on the sidelines.

JANUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Subs off early in Cup action Murphy (hamstring) was forced off after 45 minutes of Tuesday's game versus Manchester City.

Impact Murphy has struggled to play consistently throughout the season as he apparently can't fully overcome a hamstring issue. He started on the right wing against City after missing the previous contest, but he was replaced by Harvey Barnes in first-half stoppage time. While the severity of the issue is unclear, it could force Murphy to face an extended absence and become unavailable for EPL play.

JANUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Could return after precaution miss Murphy (hamstring) could return in Tuesday's Carabao Cup first semifinal leg against Manchester City after missing Saturday's win against Bournemouth as a precaution, coach Eddie H...

Impact Murphy is still dealing with his hamstring issue and missed Saturday's clash against the Cherries as a precaution to avoid any further setbacks. The forward could be in line to return and be available for Tuesday's Carabao Cup first semifinal leg against Manchester City if nothing occurs ahead of the match. Murphy started three of his last five appearances and could resume that role in upcoming fixtures if he is fully fit again.

JANUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

On bench midweek Murphy (hamstring) is among the substitutes for Wednesday's clash against Leeds United.

Impact Murphy was unable to retain a starting role despite getting a positive scan on his muscle injury. The winger should at least come off the bench in upcoming fixtures, most likely offering an alternative to Harvey Barnes on the right flank. In that case, he'll aim to increase his counts of two goals and three assists in 22 matches played this season.

JANUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Could be available Wednesday Murphy (hamstring) underwent scans that revealed to be positive and could be an option for Wednesday's clash against Leeds United, coach Eddie Howe said in the press conference. "H...

Impact Murphy was forced off in the last game due to a hamstring issue that revealed to be likely only just fatigue since coach Eddie Howe said the scans were positive and ruling out a major injury. Murphy could be back available for Wednesday's clash against Leeds United and will likely get a late fitness test ahead of the game. That said, if he had to miss the clash, Harvey Barnes is expected to see a greater role in the frontline of the Magpies.

JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful against Leeds United Murphy (hamstring) is a doubt for Wednesday's clash against Leeds United due to an injury, according to Kyle Newbould from the Yorkshire Evening Post. "Jacob was just feeling a bit...

Impact Murphy is dealing with a hamstring injury and is a doubt for Wednesday's clash against Leeds United. The winger will likely be assessed after the final training session and if he had to miss the game, it would be a blow for the Magpies since he started three of the last four games in the Premier League. If Murphy had to miss some time, Harvey Barnes will likely start on the right wing until he returns.

JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

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Wasteful crosses in defeat Murphy registered one shot (zero on goal), 11 crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Friday's 1-0 loss to Manchester United.

Impact Murphy attempted a season-high 11 crosses (one accurate) Friday over 68 minutes of play as Newcastle United were outlasted in a 1-0 road defeat to Manchester United. Over his last five appearances (three starts), the attacker has created eight chances from 35 cross attempts (seven accurate). Since scoring in Newcastle's first Nov. fixture, Murphy has not registered a shot on goal across nine appearances (six starts).

DECEMBER 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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