Newcastle got a worrying glimpse of life without Alexander Isak as they were held to a 0-0 draw in their Premier League opener at Aston Villa despite Ezri Konsa's dismissal.The Sweden striker was not involved against Villa after reportedly telling the club he wants to leave to join Premier League champions Liverpool.

Kieran Trippier, Fabian Schär, Dan Burn and Tino Livramento form the visitors' backline in front of Pope, with Sandro Tonali orchestrating the midfield in between captain Bruno Guimarães and Joelinton.

Before Pope’s injury, Newcastle had conceded 14 goals from an expected goals against (xGA) — a metric which measures the quality of shots a side has faced — figure of 14.3 across 14 top ...

Newcastle United goalkeeper Nick Pope, center, is helped off the field by medical staff after picking up an injury during the English Premier League soccer match between Newcastle United and ...

Back in 2022, Pope came in from Burnley as a big summer signing and took the No 1 spot from Martin Dubravka. With Dubravka now gone, after signing for the Clarets this week, Pope must face up to more serious competition but is confident he can retain his slot as first choice.

Nick Pope is Newcastle United's latest signing - and the England international arrives with glowing endorsements, including on his passing

Darren Ambrose has been talking about Newcastle United and of course Alexander Isak. Ambrose played at United under Sir Bobby Robson, having been signed by the Robson from his old club Ipswich Town. The former NUFC player now quizzed on the situation at St James’ Park ahead of the new season.