NICK POPE NEWS

Not training with team yet Pope (knee) has not yet been training with the team, but coach Eddie Howe stated in a press conference that the goalkeeper is not far from returning. "Nick is not far away. He hasn...

Impact Pope sustained a knee injury in early December, interrupting what was shaping up to be his best start to the season since joining Newcastle in 2022. He had already made 54 saves and 30 clearances in 15 appearances, while helping his team secure three clean sheets. Martin Dubravka has been filling in as the goalkeeper during Pope's absence.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Doing good and on track to return Pope (knee) is doing well in his recovery and is on track to return "6 weeks from suffering the injury", coach Eddie Howe said in the press conference.

Impact Pope has missed the last five games for Newcastle but is on track to return from his knee injury, potentially making him available for the match against Bournemouth on Jan. 18. Martin Dubravka has been starting in goal during his absence.

JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Seeing decent progress Pope (knee) is making good progress but has yet to start training fully, according to Dominic Scurr of the Shields Gazette.

Impact Pope is not yet set to return to play but has received a positive update, as the goalie is making decent progress in his recovery from a knee injury. That said, he should be close to a return, likely within the next two weeks. He will hope it comes in FA Cup action when facing Bromely on Jan. 12.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

No timeframe for his comeback Pope (knee) is progressing well but remains without a definitive return date, according to head coach Eddie Howe. Eddie Howe mentioned in the press conference that Pope was initial...

Impact Pope has missed the last two matches due to a knee injury and is receiving treatment, with no clear timeline for his return according to head coach Eddie Howe. Martin Dubravka has been starting in goal in his absence.

DECEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out month with knee injury Pope is set to miss the next month of action due to his injury, accoridng to manager Eddie Howe, per Craig Hope of Daily Mail. "He saw the specialist and the feedback is that he's...

Impact Pope has received poor news after his knee injury, as he will now spend an extended period on the sidelines. He will eye a return around mid-January, looking for no setbacks as he recovers. He is a regular starer, with Martin Dubravka likely taking his spot until fit again.

DECEMBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Leicester Pope (knee) is not in the squad to face Leicester City on Saturday.

Impact Pope is out as expected as he's dealing with a knee injury picked up last week. Martin Dubravka starts for Newcastle on Saturday with Odysseas Vlachodimos backing him up.

DECEMBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Leicester's game Pope is considered doubtful for Saturday's game against Leicester due to a knee injury. "He's carried a knee injury this week. Initially, we thought it was nothing, but he's seekin...

Impact Pope has been solid this season, recording 54 saves in 15 appearances and three clean sheets. If he is unavailable for Saturday's game, Martin Dubravka or Odysseas Vlachodimos would likely step in as the starting goalkeeper.

DECEMBER 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Doubt to face Leicester Pope (undisclosed) is a doubt to face Leicester on Saturday after picking up an injury in the previous match against Brentford, Craig Hope of The Daily Mail reports.

Impact The extent of the injury is uncertain, but losing Pope would be a significant problem for the Magpies. Either Martin Dubravka or Odysseas Vlachodimos could be options to replace the 32-year-old goalkeeper.

DECEMBER 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes four in defeat Pope recorded four saves and allowed four goals in Saturday's 4-2 defeat versus Brentford.

Impact Pope had a tough time in goal as he allowed four goals while making only four saves. He was beaten twice in each half and was constantly under pressure throughout the match. The goalkeeper has now allowed seven goals over the past two games. Next, he'll face off against Leicester, a team with 21 goals in 15 games.

DECEMBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Poor in draw Pope had two saves and allowed three goals in Wednesday's 3-3 draw against Liverpool. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 96th minute.

Impact Pope stopped two of the five shots he faced and was left with just a single point. The goalkeeper didn't cover himself in glory to say the least, but he did enough to earn the draw. Pope will have some easier matches to look forward to in the coming weeks, with good chances for a clean sheet.

DECEMBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Two saves in draw Pope recorded two saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Crystal Palace.

Impact Pope made at least two saves for a third consecutive match. On the other hand, he has at least one goal against in each of those outings. Up next for Newcastle United is a meeting with Liverpool on Wednesday.

DECEMBER 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes twice in loss Pope had four saves and allowed two goals in Monday's 2-0 loss against West Ham United.

Impact Pope conceded a pair of goals in Monday's loss, his third time this season conceding multiple goals. He also made four saves for the seventh time in 12 starts this campaign. He faces a more favorable matchup Saturday at Crystal Palace, a side which has scored 10 goals through 12 matches this season.

NOVEMBER 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes one Pope had two saves and allowed one goal in Sunday's 3-1 win against Nottingham Forest.

Impact Pope recorded two saves and an interception, but conceded a goal in a set piece situation. He has started all games and has tallied 13 saves in the last five games while registering two clean sheets. Next, he faces West Ham United.

NOVEMBER 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

No saves in clean sheet Pope registered a clean sheet in Newcastle's 1-0 win over Arsenal but didn't officially make any saves.

Impact Pope only faced one shot on goal in what was a relatively comfortable day for the goalkeeper. He has a much tougher task against a suddenly surging Nottingham Forest team next Sunday. Nottingham Forest has won three in a row and has seven goals combined over those wins.

NOVEMBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Beaten twice in loss Pope made five saves and allowed two goals in Sunday's 2-1 defeat against Chelsea.

Impact Pope conceded twice Sunday, making five saves and six clearances as Newcastle fell 2-1 to Chelsea. Over his most recent two appearances (two starts), Pope has been forced into nine saves and conceded three goals in two losing efforts. His next Premier League test should come Saturday when Newcastle host Arsenal who have scored three goals over their most recent three fixtures (all competitions).

OCTOBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Makes four saves in loss Pope made four saves and conceded one goal during Saturday's 1-0 loss against Brighton.

Impact Pope couldn't do much when Danny Welbeck appeared unmarked in front of him to score the lone goal of the match, but other than that the goalkeeper displayed his usual safety between the posts. With 35 saves, two clean sheets and just one game with multiple goals allowed in eight starts, Pope is off to a very productive start of campaign with the Magpies.

OCTOBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Makes four saves in loss Pope made four saves and conceded one goal during Saturday's 1-0 loss against Brighton.

Impact Pope couldn't do much when Danny Welbeck appeared unmarked in front of him to score the lone goal of the match, but other than that the goalkeeper displayed his usual safety between the posts. With 35 saves, two clean sheets and just one game with multiple goals allowed in eight starts, Pope is off to a very productive start of campaign with the Magpies.

OCTOBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Keeps clean sheet on the road Pope registered two saves and secured a clean sheet in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus Everton.

Impact Pope registered his second clean sheet in the season to help Newcastle earn one point on the road. The goalkeeper's two saves were his lowest number in the season so far, though. He will now face Brighton at home on Oct 19.

OCTOBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Set to return Pope (knee) is available for Saturday's trip to Everton, according to manager Eddie Howe. "[Nick] Pope, [Kieran] Trippier and [Fabian] Schar should be okay. [Martin] Dubravka took...

Impact Pope was left out for a Tuesday cup clash due to swelling in his knee, but it wasn't a major issue. The goalkeeper is now expected to return and play during the final match before the international break. Martin Dubravka (knee) took a knock, but could also be back on the bench.

OCTOBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Misses due to knee issues Pope was held out of Tuesday's match against Wimbledon due to swelling in his knee, according to manager Eddie Howe, per Lee Ryder of Chronicle Live. "We don't think it's serious,...

Impact Pope is facing a minor issue, witht he club appearing to have held him our for more cautious reasons. However, he has not yet been cleared for Saturday's match against Everton, leaving some doubt around his availability. He is their regualr satrter, so they will hope he is an option, especially after back up Martin Dubravka went down with a knee injury against Wimbledon.

OCTOBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Allows one against Manchester City Pope made five saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Manchester City.

Impact Pope allowed a first-half goal to ruin his clean sheet but still registered five saves in the draw. This is his fifth straight match without a clean sheet, and he only has one this season. He will have a solid chance to pick up his second when facing Everton on Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes three against Fulham Pope had eight saves and allowed three goals in Saturday's 3-1 defeat against Fulham.

Impact Pope recorded eight saves but conceded three goals, including a mishandled save that allowed Emile Smith Rowe to score in the 22nd minute. Pope has now tallied 24 saves in five appearances this season but hasn't kept a clean sheet since the opening game against Southampton. Up next, he faces a difficult challenge against defending champions Manchester City.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Makes four saves Pope made four saves and allowed one goal in Sunday's 2-1 win over Wolverhampton.

Impact Pope has allowed one goal in each of the last three matches after opening up the season with a clean sheet. He's also made 16 saves in the four games, averaging about four saves per match. The keeper will head to Fulham on Saturday, who have scored seven goals in the last five contests.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Six saves in victory Pope made six saves and allowed one goal in Sunday's 2-1 win against Tottenham Hotspur.

Impact Pope would have had a clean sheet if not for an own goal, but he still put on a heroic performance to help his squad walk away with the win as he registered a season-high six saves, moving up to a total of 12 saves over three games played. Up next for Newcastle is a meeting with Wolverhampton on September 15.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Confident performance in draw Pope registered three saves and allowed one goal in Sunday's 1-1 draw against AFC Bournemouth.

Impact Pope looked confident Sunday, he came off his line when needed to assertively deal with crosses and corners resulting in six clearances and three punches. The 32-year-old posted a clean sheet in the Magpies season opener and he faces Forest in their next, they have netted goals in both their opening two games.

AUGUST 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE