Newcastle United supporters’ Jonjo Shelvey verdict as Eddie Howe names team to face Man United

Newcastle United supporters were pleased to see Jonjo Shelvey back in the matchday squad after a lengthy spell on the sidelines with injury. Joelinton returned to the starting line-up at Old Trafford as Eddie Howe’s side go in search of their fourth win of the campaign.

The Magpies were dealt injury blows with Allan Saint-Maximin and Alexander Isak suffering setbacks in their injury rehabilitation, with both ruled out of this afternoon’s game. Joe Willock was named amongst the substitutes after reportedly suffering from an illness during the week.

Cristiano Ronaldo, Antony and Jadon Sancho all start for Manchester United at Old Trafford. Erik ten Hag has also given 17-year-old Kobbie Mainoo a place on the bench.

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Here’s what Newcastle United supporters had to say on the team news:

@CarlaDevine1 said: “Shelvey on the bench!!!”

@Tynetakes said: “Happy with this. Huge game for murphy today. Still players in there who can cause some damage. Big positive having Shelvey back however. Keep the faith.”

@Sam22Maverick tweeted: “Shelvey last minute winner incoming….”

@Lynmctaff said: “Glad to see Shelveys name back on the team sheet.”

@agbnufc said: “Not bad in the circumstances. Hope Willock is fit enough for second half.”

@Joe__Mcl tweeted: “Bench looking better these days. Still missing 2 from starting XI too. Let’s have a go today”

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