Newcastle United fans received disappointing news on Monday as Sweden announced that Alexander Isak would not be able to participate in their October international matches. The Newcastle striker had arrived with an injury report from his Sunday match against West Ham and underwent a medical examination by the Swedish national team’s medical staff. It was determined that Isak would be unavailable for the upcoming European Championship qualifier against Belgium.
After the 2-2 draw against West Ham on Sunday, Newcastle’s manager, Eddie Howe, commented on Isak’s situation, expressing his hopes for Isak’s quick recovery. Sweden’s Head Coach, Janne Anderson, also expressed his disappointment regarding the situation.
However, there is now a more positive outlook on the situation, as it’s reported that Isak’s injury is not believed to be serious. While he won’t be able to play against Belgium, he might still be available for Newcastle’s home match against Crystal Palace on October 21.
Isak hasn’t been ruled out for Newcastle United’s next Premier League fixture, despite his withdrawal from international duty due to a groin issue. The club’s medical team will assess and take care of him during this international break.
Newcastle United fans can hope for a positive outcome, as Isak might get some much-needed rest and treatment during this period, ensuring a swift return to full fitness. Isak had faced a challenging schedule, starting in matches against tough opponents like Man City, Burnley, PSG, and West Ham.
Eddie Howe is also looking forward to having other key players like Anthony Gordon, Botman, Wilson, and Joelinton available for the next Newcastle United game. If Callum Wilson is fit to start against Crystal Palace, the plan could be to aim Alexander Isak at the important match against Dortmund, providing a two-and-a-half-week gap since the West Ham match. Fans can remain hopeful for his quick recovery and return to the pitch.
Newcastle United upcoming matches that follow this international fortnight:
Saturday 21 October 2023 – Newcastle v Crystal Palace (3pm)
Wednesday 25 October 2023 – Newcastle v Dortmund (8pm) TNT Sports
Saturday 28 October 2023 – Wolves v Newcastle (5.30pm) Sky Sports
Wednesday 1 November 2023 – Manchester United v Newcastle United (8.15pm) Sky Sports
Saturday 4 November 2023 – Newcastle v Arsenal (5.30pm) Sky Sports
Tuesday 7 November 2023 – Borussia Dortmund v Newcastle (5.45pm) TNT Sports
Saturday 11 November 2023 – Bournemouth v Newcastle (5.30pm) Sky Sports
Schedule of Newcastle United players heading around the globe to play for their countries:
Thursday 12 October
Israel v Switzerland (Fabian Schar) Euros Qualifier ***Now postponed to 15 November, venue TBC
Sweden v Moldova (Alexander Isak now withdrawn from squad due to injury) Friendly
England U21s v Serbia U21s (Tino Livramento) Under-21 European Championship qualifier
Romania U20s v England U20s (Lewis Hall) Euro Elite League
Friday 13 October
England v Australia (Kieran Trippier) Friendly
Brazil v Venezuela (Bruno) World Cup qualifier
Argentina v Paraguay (Miguel Almiron) World Cup qualifier
Portugal v Slovakia (Martin Dubravka) Euros Qualifier
Saturday 14 October
Italy v Malta (Sandro Tonali) Euros Qualifier
Sunday 15 October
Switzerland v Belarus (Fabian Schar) Euros Qualifier
Monday 16 October
Belgium v Sweden (Alexander Isak now withdrawn from squad due to injury) Euros Qualifier
Luxembourg v Slovakia (Martin Dubravka) Euros Qualifier
Ukraine U21s v England U21s (Tino Livramento) Under-21 European Championship qualifier
Tuesday 17 October
England v Italy (Kieran Trippier, Sandro Tonali) Euros Qualifier
Paraguay v Bolivia (Miguel Almiron) World Cup qualifier
England U20s v Portugal U20s (Lewis Hall) Euro Elite League
Wednesday 18 October
Uruguay v Brazil (Bruno) World Cup qualifier
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