Newcastle vs West Ham Match Preview: Key Player Updates

Match Context

Newcastle host West Ham at St. James' Park, Newcastle, on 17 May 2026 in Premier League Regular Season - 37. Newcastle sit 13th on 46 points (goal difference -2), while West Ham are 18th on 36 points (goal difference -20), currently in the relegation places.

Newcastle Availability

Newcastle face a stretched squad, particularly in defense and midfield.

• 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.

Bruno Guimarães, with 9 goals and 5 assists plus strong creative numbers, is available and remains a key figure in midfield.

West Ham Availability

West Ham have issues in goal and attack.

• L. Fabianski (Back Injury) is sidelined.
• A. Traore (Muscle Injury) is doubtful.

J. Bowen, who has contributed 8 goals and 10 assists and ranks among the league’s leading creators, is available and central to their attacking threat.

Impact Summary

Newcastle’s absences mainly weaken their defensive stability and midfield depth, potentially exposing a back line already conceding more than a goal per game. West Ham lose experience in goal and may lack an explosive option out wide if A. Traore does not feature, increasing the creative and scoring burden on J. Bowen.