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Newcastle United’s promising season has hit a major roadblock as the team struggles to cope with a growing injury list. The Magpies have been dealt a series of devastating blows, with several key players ruled out for an extended period.

The latest casualty is goalkeeper Nick Pope, who suffered a knee injury during the team’s recent match against Aston Villa. Pope, who has been a stalwart in the Newcastle goal, is expected to be out for at least six weeks.

Pope’s injury comes on the heels of a shoulder injury to defender Emil Krafth, who is expected to be sidelined for several months. Captain Jamaal Lascelles is also out with a knee injury, leaving the team’s defense severely depleted.

But the injuries don’t stop there. Sven Botman, Tino Livramento, and Callum Wilson are all currently out with various ailments, leaving Newcastle United’s squad stretched to the limit.

“We’re facing a tough period with the number of injuries we’ve sustained,” said Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe. “It’s a big challenge for us, but we’ll work hard to find solutions and get the players back on the pitch as soon as possible.”

The injuries have come at a critical time for Newcastle United, who are currently sitting in mid-table in the Premier League. With a crucial stretch of matches coming up, the team will need to dig deep to find the strength and resilience to overcome their injury woes.

Despite the setbacks, Howe remains optimistic about his team’s chances. “We have a talented squad, and we’ll need to rely on our depth to get us through this period,” he said. “It’s a great opportunity for some of our younger players to step up and show what they can do.”

Newcastle United fans will be holding their breath as they wait for news on the recovery of their injured stars. With a bit of luck and some hard work, the Magpies may be able to weather the storm and come out stronger on the other side.

The full list of Newcastle United’s injured players includes:

– Nick Pope (knee) – 6 weeks
– Emil Krafth (shoulder) – several months
– Jamaal Lascelles (knee) – indefinite
– Sven Botman (illness) – 1-2 weeks
– Tino Livramento (illness) – 1-2 weeks
– Callum Wilson (thigh) – 2-3 weeks

Newcastle United’s next match is against Chelsea on February 18.