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The Harvey Barnes decision that might surprise Newcastle United fans amid Everton aftermath

Newcastle's dream frontline of Harvey Barnes, William Osula and Anthony Elanga may be placed on hold again…

Published: Saturday, 31 October 2026 at 7:00 AM
The Harvey Barnes decision that might surprise Newcastle United fans amid Everton aftermath
Key Things to Know
  • Matthias Jaissle explained substituting Harvey Barnes at halftime was done to manage fitness ahead of Monday's match.
  • Anthony Elanga came off the bench to gain vital minutes as players return from injuries.
  • William Osula is being assessed for an ankle injury suffered against Everton after a James Tarkowski challenge.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Manager Matthias Jaissle explained his decision to substitute Harvey Barnes at halftime, noting that managing minutes ahead of Monday's fixture was crucial. Despite Barnes performing well in the first half, Jaissle opted to bring on Anthony Elanga to help returning players build fitness and inject fresh energy into the squad.

Newcastle United faces further lineup concerns after striker William Osula suffered an ankle knock against Everton following a tackle by James Tarkowski. With Matias Fernandez-Pardo and Lewis Miley also undergoing assessments, Jaissle may turn to Yoane Wissa as a lone striker if options remain limited.

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