Eddie Howe confirms that Newcastle has suffered another setback with Jacob Murphy’s hamstring injury.

A new Newcastle setback has been confirmed by Eddie Howe, as Jacob Murphy has sustained a

NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, ENGLAND – OCTOBER 19: Jacob Murphy of Newcastle United looks on during the Premier League match between Newcastle United FC and Brighton & Hove Albion FC at St James’ Park on October 19, 2024 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. (Photo by Matt McNulty/Getty Images)

hamstring injury. The 29-year-old was unable to participate in Newcastle’s 2-0 victory over Chelsea in the fourth round of the EFL Cup at St. James’ Park. Eddie Howe, the manager, has verified (via Chronicle Live) that he is currently experiencing a hamstring issue. Howe does not anticipate that his injury will be severe; however, he did not specify a duration for the 29-year-old’s absence. After suffering their third loss of the season, Newcastle exacted their revenge on Chelsea by defeating them 2-1 at Stamford Bridge. The Magpies’ terrible league record at the Bridge was extended to just one victory from 31 games, as they were defeated by goals from Nicolas Jackson and Cole Palmer, which came on either side of a 32nd-minute strike from Alexander Isak. Nevertheless, Enzo Maresca’s extensively rotated troops were unable to replicate that success in Wednesday’s League Cup tie, as Howe’s men capitalized on the lively atmosphere at St. James’ Park to secure a resounding 2-0 victory.

Murphy was granted a 22-minute cameo appearance at the Bridge; however, he was not included in the squad for the rematch in Tyneside. Although his comrades responded to the situation, Howe will anticipate Murphy’s return in time for the critical match against Arsenal this weekend. This season, Newcastle has relied heavily on the former England minor international, who has started in six of his nine Premier League appearances. Newcastle’s EFL Cup victory over Chelsea will serve as a substantial confidence booster for Howe’s team as they prepare to host the runners-up from the previous season. Newcastle have been without a Premier League victory for five games (D2, L3) since they defeated relegation-threatened Wolverhampton Wanderers 2-1 at Molineux Stadium. This includes consecutive losses to Chelsea and Brighton & Hove Albion. Howe’s team will derive comfort from the fact that their most recent victory over the Gunners occurred on their own ground, despite the possibility that the unwelcome streak could extend to six games against Arsenal.