Overview
- Manager Eddie Howe said Joelinton will miss a few weeks after a groin injury, with a second scan and specialist opinion planned.
- Joelinton was hurt in the defeat at Aston Villa and did not travel to France for the Champions League tie.
- Captain Bruno Guimarães has traveled after an ankle problem and will face a late fitness call following training.
- Victory guarantees Newcastle an automatic last-16 spot, defeat likely means a playoff, and a draw leaves qualification dependent on other results.
- Newcastle’s flight to Paris was delayed about three hours by Storm Chandra, trimming time for final preparations.