JOE WILLOCK NEWS

Returns to starting XI Willock registered one shot (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Tuesday's 2-0 defeat against Borussia Dortmund.

Impact Willock made his first start since coming back from a long-term injury and went 81 minutes in what was a solid showing. With injuries elsewhere in the starting XI it seems like Willock should be set to return a consistent starting role in all competitions. With a busy schedule coming up rotation is possible, though Willock seems to be the top option there, at least for the most important matches in the Champions League and Premier League.

NOVEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Debut off bench Willock came off the bench for the final 20 minutes of Wednesday's 1-0 loss to Dortmund.

Impact Willock made his 2023/24 debut in the Champions League in place of the injured Jacob Murphy (shoulder.) Willock will now hope to make his full starting debut before the November international break. Willock played a huge part in 2022/23 and his return could see Elliot Anderson left on the outside looking in on the first team.

OCTOBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Named to match-day squad Willock (Achilles) was included in the match-day squad to face Dortmund on Wednesday.

Impact Willock's absence from the starting XI shouldn't come as a surprise given his extended layoff. Still, the midfielder featured in 31 of his 35 appearances for the club last season and should be in contention for a spot on the pitch once back up to full match fitness. For now, fantasy players can likely expect Willock to slowly increase his minutes over the coming matches.

OCTOBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nearing return Willock (Achilles) is still recovering fitness ahead of Wednesday's clash with Dortmund and is nearing a return, according to manager Eddie Howe."Joe Willock is getting closer with...

Impact Willock is nearing a return and is back in team training, but it's a doubt if he has the fitness to be given any minutes during Wednesday's match. Willock suffered a serious setback with this injury once already so there's no sense in rushing him back even if he is deemed fit enough for the bench.

OCTOBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Getting closer to return Willock (Achilles) has done some work and is edging closer to a return, according to manager Eddie Howe. "He's trained this week for the first time, back with the group. (It's) pro...

Impact Willock already suffered a setback with his injury, so they're going to take things a little slower than last time. That likely means another week of full training to see how he feels and then it seems like a return to the squad is possible in the coming week, though a spot in the XI will likely take multiple appearances off the bench first.

OCTOBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out until break Willock (Achilles) will be out until after the international break, according to manager Eddie Howe. "...with Joe Willock it will definitely be after the international break."

Impact Willock suffered a setback related to his Achilles tendon and was expected to miss about six weeks. Eddie Howe confirmed Willock would be out until after the October international break, meaning his first chance to return is an Oct. 21 clash with Crystal Palace.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers setback Willock (hamstring) suffered a setback and will be out for six more weeks, Craig Hope reports.

Impact Willlock is set for an extra six weeks on the sideline due to the hamstring setback he suffered. It's an awful blow for the midfielder who had been progressing as expected up to that point. Willock will be hoping to return in October, potentially after the second international break

SEPTEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Looking good in recovery Willock (hamstring) has been looking good in his recovery despite a slight lapse in his injury. "He's making good progress. I'd say this is the strongest he's looked, in terms of h...

Impact Willock is still on pace to make a return by the international break as he continues to get stronger from his hamstring injury. If all goes well, the midfielder could be available as soon as Sep 17 against Brentford. WIth Joelinton also injured, Sandro Tonali is expected to continue to get the start following a goal in his last two matches.

AUGUST 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out until break Willock (hamstring) is out until the first international break, according to manager Eddie Howe. "Joe has worked hard through the summer. He had a serious injury to his hamstring,...

Impact Willock is set to miss the first four matches of the Premier League, including an Aug. 19 trip to Manchester City and an Aug. 27 clash with Liverpool. The midfielder is a crucial part of the Newcastle team, though a plethora of signings have bolstered The Magpies depth. New signing Sandro Tonali should have a secure place in the starting XI with Willock on the sideline.

AUGUST 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

At risk to miss start of season Willock (hamstring) could be at risk of missing the start of the Premier League season as he is not fit enough to play in Saturday's final preseason match against Fiorentina. "Joe...

Impact Willock continues to recover from a hamstring injury and could miss the start of the Premier League campaign. His injury dates back to May and it was deemed pretty serious as he has yet to return to full form. Elliot Anderson could see the start in the midfield on August 12 against Aston Villa if he cannot recover in time.

AUGUST 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Traveling for Summer Series Willock (hamstring) is in the traveling squad for Newcastle's Summer Series tour of the United States.

Impact Willock is traveling to the United States as he continues to work his way back from a hamstring injury. The midfielder is racing to get fit before the Aug. 12 Premier League opener against Aston Villa. Willock would be in contention for a starting spot if he can make it back to full fitness in pre-season.

JULY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Still working on recovery Willock (hamstring) is improving but has yet to take part in full team training this offseason. Manager Eddie Howe told reporters, "Joe Willock, again, I don't think is too far awa...

Impact Willock would certainly be in contention for a spot in the starting XI if deemed fit for the opener against Aston Villa on Aug. 12 considering he started 31 of his 35 contests last season. In those outings, the midfielder managed three goals on 58 shots (17 on target), six assists and 51 crosses (13 accurate).

JULY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Season likely over Willock (hamstring) was on crutches after suffering an injury during a 4-1 win over Brighton, The Shields Gazette reports.

Impact Willock was seen on crutches and isn't expected to return before the end of the Premier League. The midfielder ends his season on 35 appearances (31 starts), scoring three times and assisting six more times. It was an excellent all-around showing from the midfielder who will be expected to take on a big role once more in the 2023/24 campaign.

MAY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off holding hamstring Willock (hamstring) was forced off during the second half of Thursday's clash with Brighton due to an apparent injury.

Impact Willock came up holding his hamstring after a sprint and was unable to carry on, immediately signaling for a substitution. Any sort of muscular issue is never good, but with only two Premier League matches remaining it's possible that brings an end to Willock's season. Elliot Anderson replaced Willock on Thursday and could see an increased role in the closing stages if the injury proves to be severe. Willock has made 35 appearances (31 starts) putting together a career-year with three goals and six assists in the Premier League.

MAY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes four shots in win over Saints Willock had four shots (one on target), created two chances, sent in four crosses (one accurate) and made two interceptions during Sunday's 3-1 win over Southampton.

Impact Willock didn't appear on the scoresheet like he did on the previous two outings but still made his presence to be felt in the middle of the park, especially on the attacking end. Over the last three starts, Willock had two assists, nine shots attempted and seven chances created.

MAY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Bags assist Willock assisted once to go with three crosses (zero accurate) and two chances created in Thursday's 4-1 win versus Everton.

Impact Willock recorded his sixth assist of the season to surpass his career high for a season. This follows a goal, four assists and 12 chances created in the last nine matches. The midfielder only had two assists in his previous 22 games.

APRIL 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in blowout win Willock assisted once to go with three shots (zero on goal) and three chances created in Sunday's 6-1 victory against Tottenham Hotspur.

Impact Willock recorded his fifth assist of the season Sunday as his through ball found Alexander Isak in the 19th minute for the 4-0 lead. It was one of three chances he created in the match to go with his three off-target shots and one drawn foul.

APRIL 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Named to match-day squad Willock (hamstring) will be available off the bench against West Ham United on Wednesday.

Impact Willock had been rolling prior to suffering his hamstring injury, registering one goal on 11 shots (four on target), two assists and three crosses (two accurate) in his prior three contests (all starts). Even coming off the bench, the midfielder could generate some attacking chances and should reclaim his place in the starting XI sooner rather than later.

APRIL 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Late test against Hammers Willock (knock) is considered a late-fitness test for Wednesday's match against West Ham, according to manager Eddie Howe. "I haven't seen him this morning, so I'll probably have t...

Impact This update is probably less helpful than the one Howe gave immediately after Sunday's match. It sounds like Willock has been getting treatment instead of training, so he's probably on the bad side of being ready for Wednesday's match. If that's the case, Joelinton is the likely option to come into the starting XI in the midfield.

APRIL 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores, leaves late with knock Willock scored the opener and finished with six shots (two on target) but had to leave in the 84th minute of Sunday's win against Manchester United with a hamstring tweak.

Impact Willock will get the issue checked Monday and more information should be known ahead of Wednesday's trip to West Ham. He's been in excellent form the last three matches, totaling 11 shots and four chances created to produce a goal and two assists, but given a short turnaround, Joelinton could be given the start Wednesday.

APRIL 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Willock, Wilson goals earn Newcastle 2-0 win over Man United

Joe Willock and Callum Wilson scored second-half goals to lead Newcastle to a 2-0 win over Manchester United in the Premier League and above its rival in the race for Champions Lea...

APRIL 2, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Man United stumbles at Newcastle, top-4 EPL spot not assured

It wasn’t long ago that Manchester United was being talked up as a potential outsider for the Premier League title

APRIL 2, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Records another assist vs. Forest Willock took two shots and assisted a goal in Friday's 2-1 victory against Nottingham Forest. He also made three interceptions and won two of two tackles in the match.

Impact Willock has been in fine form across Newcastle's last two games, recording two assists with five shots (two on target) and four chances created from midfield.

MARCH 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Logs in assist Willock assisted once to go with three shots (two on target), two tackles (one won) and two chances created in Sunday's 2-1 victory over Wolverhampton.

Impact Willock recorded his first assist in 16 matches to help provide the game-winning goal for the team. He has not been too influential to the team of late, only recording one assist, five tackles (three won) and six chances created in the last five matches. This brings his average tackles a game to 1.5.

MARCH 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Plays 11 minutes Sunday Willock (hamstring) was included in the match-day squad for Sunday's Carabao Cup Final against Manchester United, playing 11 minutes off the bench.

Impact Willock record two tackles and eight passes in his limited minutes versus Manchester United. Barring any setbacks, the midfielder's return to action could clear the way for him to rejoin the starting XI as early as Saturday's EPL clash with Manchester City.

FEBRUARY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE