Isak Injury Doubt as Tonali Aims for Newcastle Start

Newcastle United is gearing up for an important match against Fulham this Saturday, but the team faces some challenges. One of their key players, Alexander Isak, is currently an injury doubt. He had to leave the field during the last game against Wolverhampton Wanderers, which Newcastle won 2-1. Initially, it was believed that Isak had an eye issue, but it was later discovered that he is dealing with a foot injury. Manager Eddie Howe explained, "It was a strange one with his eye. The ball grazed his eye, we thought that was the main reason for him coming off the pitch. Then we found he had a knock on his foot." This unexpected twist raises concerns about Isak's availability for the upcoming match.

On a more positive note, midfielder Sandro Tonali is eager to make his first Premier League start of the season. After serving a 10-month ban for betting breaches, Tonali has shown impressive form. He played two matches for Italy earlier this month and came off the bench in the last game, where he caught the attention of Howe with his performance. Howe stated, "I think Sandro is in a much better place, the international games really helped him. He’s certainly pushing to start but I want everyone pushing to start... we have really good competition for places in midfield." This healthy competition within the squad is a good sign for Newcastle as they aim to maintain their unbeaten streak.

Newcastle has had a strong start to the season, with three wins out of four matches in the Premier League. However, they will also be missing midfielder Lewis Miley, who is still recovering from a metatarsal fracture he suffered in July. Additionally, England striker Callum Wilson is working towards returning to full training after dealing with a back injury. Howe mentioned that Wilson is hopeful to be back by next month's international break.

As Newcastle prepares for this crucial match, the team dynamics and player fitness will play a significant role in their performance. Fans will be watching closely to see if Isak can recover in time and if Tonali will finally get his chance to shine in the starting lineup. The excitement surrounding the team is palpable, and with the right strategies and player contributions, Newcastle could continue their impressive run in the Premier League.