Newcastle vs West Ham Match Preview: Injury Updates and Key Players
Match Context
Newcastle host West Ham at St. James' Park in Newcastle on 17 May 2026, in Premier League Regular Season - 37. Newcastle sit 13th on 46 points with a goal difference of -2, while West Ham are 18th on 36 points and currently in the relegation zone with a goal difference of -20.
Newcastle Availability
Newcastle face multiple defensive and midfield absences.
- E. Krafth (Knee Injury) is sidelined.
- V. Livramento (Thigh Injury) is sidelined.
- L. Miley (Broken Leg) is sidelined.
- F. Schar (Ankle Injury) is sidelined.
- Joelinton (Thigh Injury) is doubtful.
Creative fulcrum Bruno Guimarães, who has 9 goals and 5 assists, is available and will be central to their attacking plans.
West Ham Availability
West Ham also have concerns at both ends of the pitch.
- L. Fabianski (Back Injury) is sidelined.
- A. Traore (Muscle Injury) is doubtful.
Key attacker J. Bowen, with 8 goals and 10 assists, is available and remains their main creative outlet.
Impact Summary
Newcastle’s back line is notably weakened by the loss of E. Krafth, V. Livramento and F. Schar, while Joelinton’s doubtful status could reduce midfield physicality and forward support. West Ham lose experienced cover in goal with L. Fabianski sidelined and risk reduced wing threat if A. Traore does not feature, placing even greater attacking responsibility on J. Bowen.
