Newcastle United host Fulham in the Carabao Cup tonight as the holders seek to book a place in the semi-finals.
After ending their long trophy drought with success in last season’s competition, the Magpies have again progressed to the latter stages.
Eddie Howe’s side have secured home victories over Bradford City and Tottenham Hotspur to reach the last eight.
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Fulham secured wins over Bristol City and Cambridge in the earlier rounds, before squeeing past Wycombe Wanderers on penalties. The Cottagers are targeting a first-ever major trophy in this season’s competition.
Newcastle team news
Yoane Wissa could make his full debut for Newcastle tonight. The summer signing from Brentford has recently returned from injury and featured from the bench at the weekend. Wissa has not been included in the DR Congo squad for the Africa Cup of Nations, due to his lack of fitness.
Wissa’s return offers an alternative to Nick Woltemade, who has shouldered the goalscoring burden this season.
In terms of injuries, Dan Burn is facing a lengthy spell out. The towering defender sustained a punctured lung and fractured rib in the Tyne-Wear Derby defeat at Sunderland. He has joined Kieran Trippier, Nick Pope and William Osula in the treatment room.
Newcastle Predicted Lineup
Newcastle predicted XI: Ramsdale; Livramento, Schar, Thiaw, Hall; Miley, Guimaraes, Joelinton; Murphy, Wissa, Barnes.
What time does Newcastle vs Fulham kick-off?
The Carabao Cup quarter-final at St James’ Park takes place on Wednesday 17th December 2025. Kick-off is 20:15 GMT.
How to watch Newcastle vs Fulham
You can watch the game live on ITV1, Sky Sports Football and Main Event.
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