So, we’re asking the question… Just how big of a blow is it for Newcastle that Pope won’t be in goal for the final? Josh ColeThis is without doubt a major blow for Newcastle heading into their biggest game in a generation as Nick Pope has been a stand-out performer this season. As well as producing some penalty shoot-out heroics against Crystal Palace in the third round of the EFL Cup, the goalkeeper has managed to claim 12 clean-sheets in the 25 Premier League games that he has participated in. Toby WildingThis does feel like it will be a big loss for Newcastle going into Sunday’s game. Luckily, Newcastle’s backline has been very solid and hard to beat this term so they should help.
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