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Keeps clean sheet on the road Pope registered two saves and secured a clean sheet in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus Everton.

Impact Pope registered his second clean sheet in the season to help Newcastle earn one point on the road. The goalkeeper's two saves were his lowest number in the season so far, though. He will now face Brighton at home on Oct 19.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Set to return Pope (knee) is available for Saturday's trip to Everton, according to manager Eddie Howe. "[Nick] Pope, [Kieran] Trippier and [Fabian] Schar should be okay. [Martin] Dubravka took...

Impact Pope was left out for a Tuesday cup clash due to swelling in his knee, but it wasn't a major issue. The goalkeeper is now expected to return and play during the final match before the international break. Martin Dubravka (knee) took a knock, but could also be back on the bench.

OCTOBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Misses due to knee issues Pope was held out of Tuesday's match against Wimbledon due to swelling in his knee, according to manager Eddie Howe, per Lee Ryder of Chronicle Live. "We don't think it's serious,...

Impact Pope is facing a minor issue, witht he club appearing to have held him our for more cautious reasons. However, he has not yet been cleared for Saturday's match against Everton, leaving some doubt around his availability. He is their regualr satrter, so they will hope he is an option, especially after back up Martin Dubravka went down with a knee injury against Wimbledon.

OCTOBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Allows one against Manchester City Pope made five saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Manchester City.

Impact Pope allowed a first-half goal to ruin his clean sheet but still registered five saves in the draw. This is his fifth straight match without a clean sheet, and he only has one this season. He will have a solid chance to pick up his second when facing Everton on Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes three against Fulham Pope had eight saves and allowed three goals in Saturday's 3-1 defeat against Fulham.

Impact Pope recorded eight saves but conceded three goals, including a mishandled save that allowed Emile Smith Rowe to score in the 22nd minute. Pope has now tallied 24 saves in five appearances this season but hasn't kept a clean sheet since the opening game against Southampton. Up next, he faces a difficult challenge against defending champions Manchester City.

SEPTEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Makes four saves Pope made four saves and allowed one goal in Sunday's 2-1 win over Wolverhampton.

Impact Pope has allowed one goal in each of the last three matches after opening up the season with a clean sheet. He's also made 16 saves in the four games, averaging about four saves per match. The keeper will head to Fulham on Saturday, who have scored seven goals in the last five contests.

SEPTEMBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Six saves in victory Pope made six saves and allowed one goal in Sunday's 2-1 win against Tottenham Hotspur.

Impact Pope would have had a clean sheet if not for an own goal, but he still put on a heroic performance to help his squad walk away with the win as he registered a season-high six saves, moving up to a total of 12 saves over three games played. Up next for Newcastle is a meeting with Wolverhampton on September 15.

SEPTEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Confident performance in draw Pope registered three saves and allowed one goal in Sunday's 1-1 draw against AFC Bournemouth.

Impact Pope looked confident Sunday, he came off his line when needed to assertively deal with crosses and corners resulting in six clearances and three punches. The 32-year-old posted a clean sheet in the Magpies season opener and he faces Forest in their next, they have netted goals in both their opening two games.

AUGUST 26 • ROTOWIRE

Keeps clean sheet Pope had three saves and allowed zero goals in Saturday's 1-0 victory against Southampton.

Impact Pope opened the new season with a clean sheet against newly promoted Southampton on Saturday, making three saves in the process. He missed half of the 2023/24 campaign with shoulder surgery, limiting him to just 15 appearances. The season prior, Pope was one of the league's top keepers, having kept 14 clean sheets on 87 saves and allowing only 32 goals in 37 appearances. His next opponent will be a trip to Bournemouth on Aug 25, where he allowed two goals against the cherries in one match last season.

AUGUST 17 • ROTOWIRE

Returns in season finale Pope made three saves and conceded two goals during Sunday's 4-2 win over Brentford.

Impact Pope made his first appearance since recovering from a should injury suffered back in December and had close to none work during the opening frame. However, things change a little bit after halftime and the goalkeeper got beaten twice with the opposition making a push to get back in contention. Anyway, the most important thing for the goalkeeper was getting back without experiencing any setbacks and he was able to do so, finishing his campaign with 43 saves, 16 goals allowed and five clean sheets over 15 league starts.

MAY 21 • ROTOWIRE

In backup duty Pope (shoulder) is the backup keeper for Saturday's match against Burnley.

Impact Pope returns to the squad for the first time since December. The keeper was the starter for the club prior to the injury, but may be eased back into action after his lengthy spell on the sidelines.

MAY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Training ahead of Burnley Pope (shoulder) is in training ahead of Saturday's trip to Burnley, according to manager Eddie Howe."We've had Miggy and Joelinton return to training this week, their first steps b...

Impact Pope getting back in training is obviously a good sign, but there's no guarantee he'll be ready to return ahead of Saturday's clash. Martin Dubravka has done well in net, and shoulder injuries can linger for goalkeepers. Still Pope seems set to return before the end of the season.

MAY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Newcastle's Pope 'running out of time' to return for Euro 2024 - Howe Eddie Howe has admitted that Nick Pope is “running out of time” to prove his fitness for England ahead of this summer’s European Championshi...

APRIL 23 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Targeting late April Pope (shoulder) will be available towards the end of April, according to manager Eddie Howe. "April is his target. Now, I think that will be more towards the end of April than the...

Impact Pope won't be an option in the first team until the end of April, this is good progress according to Howe, though it's a bit of a slower timeline than originally reported. The goalkeeper will be the top choice when he's back fully fit and available, with Martin Dubravka filling in in the meantime.

MARCH 15 • ROTOWIRE

Couple weeks from return Pope (shoulder) has started his rehabilitation process but is still a decent ways from a return, as manager Eddie Howe told reporters, "There's no immediate update but he's not on...

Impact Pope has now been away from the team for around three months due to the shoulder issue he picked up against Manchester United on Dec. 2. However, the keeper seems to be nearing a return after getting back to working in the gym and trying a few training sessions, but will still most likely need a couple more weeks to recover until ready for a return. It will hopefully come sometime in March, but it could take a little longer, with the club probably not wanting to rush him back into play, as he could easily aggravate the injury again if not fully healed before taking the field.

FEBRUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Pope aiming for March return Newcastle United goalkeeper Nick Pope is aiming to return from his shoulder injury in late March. The 31-year-old dislocated his shoulder wh...

JANUARY 30 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Injured Newcastle GK Nick Pope out 4 months. Team downplays David de Gea link

Nick Pope will miss four months with a shoulder injury, but the club said it hasn't approached former Manchester United keeper David de Gea.

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Injured Newcastle GK Nick Pope out 4 months. Team downplays David de Gea link

Injured Newcastle goalkeeper Pope set to miss around 4 months. Howe plays down De Gea links

Newcastle manager Eddie Howe says goalkeeper Nick Pope will be out for “around four months” after dislocating his left shoulder in the latest injury to hit the Premier League team

DECEMBER 6, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Headed for surgery Pope (shoulder) will require surgery and is expected to be sidelined for four months. Manager Eddie Howe told reporters Wednesday, "We anticipate he'll be operated on and there's n...

Impact Pope was already expected to be out long term but this latest update confirms that the keeper will need shoulder surgery. Based on his recovery timeline, Pope could still return before the close of the 2023-24 campaign, though he'll need to be close to that four-month period. In the meantime, Martin Dubravka figures to take over as the first-choice keeper with Loris Karius also available.

DECEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set for long-term absence Pope will be out of action for 4-5 months due to his shoulder injury, Mike McGrath of The Daily Telegraph reports Monday.

Impact Pope's long-term absence will open the door for Martin Dubravka to make his first Premier League start of the season, having featured just once for the club against Manchester United in the Carabao Cup on Nov. 1. Fortunately for Newcastle, the club also has veteran Loris Karius under contract, so they shouldn't need to pursue another keeper during the upcoming transfer window. For his part, Pope has earned six clean sheets in 19 PL and UCL outings this season while conceding just 19 goals.

DECEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suffered suspected dislocated shoulder Pope has likely dislocated his shoulder during Saturday's win over Manchester United and could be set for some time on the sidelines, said manager Eddie Howe per BBC. "I don't know...

Impact This is tough news for Pope, who could be out for sometime following a dislocated shoulder. He had been on great form this, starting all 14 matches in the Premier League while allowing 14 goals in that span and holding onto five clean sheets. In his absence, Martin Dubravka will take over the goalkeeping duties for Newcastle. He had only started just one league match during the 2022/23 season.

DECEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Eddie Howe reveals Nick Pope suffered a dislocated shoulder | Premier League

DECEMBER 2, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Leaves field holding shoulder Pope exited Saturday's match against Manchester United in the 86th minute due to an injury, holding his shoulder as he walked off the pitch.

Impact Pope looked to be in a lot of pain as he walked off the pitch Saturday, holding his shoulder and grimacing after taking a tough fall after saving a shot. This is a huge blow for Newcastle, as their goalie department was the only portion of the team unscathed by injuries until now. There is still no further information on the injury, as that should be taken care of in the press conference after the match. He was replaced by Martin Dubravka, who should stay as the starting keeper if Pope misses time with the knock.

DECEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Six saves, one goal allowed Pope had six saves and allowed one goal in Tuesday's 1-1 draw against Paris Saint-Germain. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 92nd minute.

Impact Pope had an immaculate first 95 minutes, saving all six shots PSG had on goal. But during the 96th minute, a Valentino Livramento handball rewarded Paris Saint-Germain a penalty kick, which Kylian Mbappe converted for the team's game-tying goal. The draw proved costly for Newcastle United, who must defeat AC Milan on Dec. 13 to advance into the Champions League knockout stage. Until then, Newcastle United will have to go through a tough series of Premier League games, beginning with one Saturday against Manchester United.

NOVEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes one save in win Pope made three saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 4-1 victory versus Chelsea.

Impact Pope has now allowed a total of eight goals in the last six matches, making 26 saves with just one clean sheet in that span. This puts him at an average of 3.9 saves per game. The keeper will travel to PSG for an UCL clash on Tuesday, who have scored 15 goals in the last five contests.

NOVEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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Injured Newcastle GK Nick Pope out 4 months. Team downplays David de Gea link

Injured Newcastle goalkeeper Pope set to miss around 4 months. Howe plays down De Gea links