Newcastle vs West Ham Preview: Premier League Clash
Match Context
Newcastle host West Ham at St. James' Park, Newcastle, on 17 May 2026 in Premier League regular round 37. Newcastle arrive 13th on 46 points (goal difference -2), while West Ham sit 18th on 36 points (goal difference -20) in the relegation places.
Newcastle Availability
Newcastle have a stretched squad with several confirmed absentees.
- Emil Krafth (Knee Injury) is sidelined.
- Valentino Livramento (Thigh Injury) is sidelined.
- Lewis Miley (Broken Leg) is sidelined.
- Fabian Schär (Ankle Injury) is sidelined.
- Joelinton (Thigh Injury) is doubtful.
These defensive and midfield losses strip depth from the back line and engine room, increasing the burden on key creator Bruno Guimarães, who has 9 goals and 5 assists and is available.
West Ham Availability
West Ham also have concerns.
- Łukasz Fabiański (Back Injury) is sidelined.
- Adama Traoré (Muscle Injury) is doubtful.
With first-choice backup goalkeeper Fabiański out, the focus intensifies on the starting keeper. Creative attacker Jarrod Bowen, with 8 goals and 10 assists, remains available and is a major attacking outlet.
Impact Summary
Newcastle’s absences are concentrated in defense and midfield, potentially disrupting build-up and stability. West Ham lose experience in goal and may be without the direct threat of Adama Traoré, but crucially retain Bowen to drive much of their attacking output.
