Newcastle United vs Bradford City – Predicted lineup and team news

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·24. September 2025

Newcastle United vs Bradford City – Predicted lineup and team news

Newcastle United enter the Carabao Cup on Wednesday, with the holders facing growing pressure as they host Bradford City at St. James’ Park.

After winning the trophy last season, another long cup run is the ambition. The more urgent need, however, is for a victory to halt a damaging run of just one win in six games.

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Facing the in-form leaders of League One represents a potential banana skin for the Magpies. Eddie Howe will know that a likely rotated side must deliver a clinical and professional performance to avoid a potential cup upset against a confident Bradford team.

Newcastle United vs Bradford City – Predicted lineup and team news

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Eddie Howe is expected to rotate his squad for the visit of Bradford, though his options are limited by injuries to Fabian Schär, Jacob Ramsey, and Yoane Wissa.

Aaron Ramsdale is set to deputise in goal, while the likes of Emil Krafth, Jamaal Lascelles, and Malick Thiaw could form a new-look defence alongside the experienced Kieran Trippier.

Eddie Howe on Yoane Wissa: "He's receiving treatment and no operation is needed. I think we're looking at the other side of the international break. We hope he can be fit and available for that first game."
– Dienstag, 23. September 2025

Howe may opt for a strong midfield trio of Joe Willock, Bruno Guimarães, and Joelinton to control the game. In attack, William Osula could be given the chance to lead the line, supported by Harvey Barnes and Anthony Elanga.