Newcastle United take on Everton in the first of a double header. Here is all the team news before tonight's game at the Hill Dickinson stadium…
Newcastle United face Everton on Merseyside in a cup clash, with both sides managing squad fitness issues ahead of the first of two consecutive meetings. Newcastle manager Matthias Jaissle confirmed that Lewis Miley is sidelined with a glute injury, while Matias Fernandez-Pardo remains doubtful due to illness. Despite minor setbacks, Jaissle indicated plans to field a strong lineup.
Everton manager David Moyes is dealing with several fitness concerns across his squad. Jack Grealish has been battling illness, Jarrad Branthwaite must clear concussion protocols, and Vitalii Mykolenko is uncertain after an undisclosed injury against Arsenal. Defensive absences could force midfielders James Garner and Merlin Rohl into makeshift full-back roles.
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