Overview

• Schar confirmed on social media he will be sidelined for a few matches and will not face Bournemouth on Sunday.
• The defender was struck in the face by a Marcus Rashford shot during the 2-1 loss to Barcelona, received treatment, and was later substituted.
• Howe said he had no confirmed diagnosis after the match and is awaiting further information from the medical staff.
• Newcastle will reshuffle in defense for Bournemouth, with Kieran Trippier’s knock under assessment and Anthony Gordon still suspended.
• Local reporting has suggested a late-September return could be possible for Schar, but the club has not provided a formal timeline.