Newcastle United captain Bruno Guimaraes will miss around two months after he suffered a hamstring injury. He left the pitch late in Tuesday night’s 2-1 win against Tottenham Hotspur. This match marked only his second appearance since he recovered from a separate ankle problem. The setback deals a major blow to Newcastle at a crucial stage of the season.
Head coach Eddie Howe expressed concern immediately after the match. He said Guimaraes felt worried because he had never experienced hamstring issues before. Medical assessments now confirm he will stay sidelined for an extended period. Newcastle must cope without their influential midfielder during an intense run of fixtures.
Newcastle’s Record With and Without Their Captain
Newcastle have lost matches even when Guimaraes played, including a 3-2 defeat against Brentford last week. However, the team’s record without him highlights his importance. Newcastle have not won any of the 10 Premier League matches he missed since his debut in February 2022. The numbers underline his impact on the squad.
With Guimaraes on the pitch, Newcastle boast a 53.1 percent win rate in the top flight. They also earn more points per game, averaging 1.8. The team scores more goals per match at 1.9 and concedes fewer goals on average at 1.2. These statistics show how central he remains to Howe’s system.
Midfield Concerns Ahead of Key Fixtures
Newcastle must now find solutions without their talisman as they enter a demanding schedule. Their next challenge comes on Saturday in the FA Cup fourth-round tie against Aston Villa. The club currently has only three senior central midfielders available for the trip to Villa Park. Sandro Tonali, Joe Willock and Jacob Ramsey form the core of the available options.
Newcastle expect Joelinton to return soon from a groin injury. The club also hopes Lewis Miley will not stay sidelined for long after suffering a dead leg. Howe must juggle his resources carefully as Newcastle aim to maintain momentum during this decisive period.
