Three Newcastle United players in an England starting XI for the first time since 1997, Alexander Isak doing Alexander Isak-esque skill for Sweden, Sandro Tonali scoring his first Italy goal and Miguel Almiron helping Paraguay overcome world champions Argentina — it really has been quite the international break for the club.
The non-internationals, meanwhile, have been out in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, working hard during a warm-weather training camp, while also enjoying some downtime at the boxing. As preparations for West Ham United at St James’ Park next weekend go, it has been a strong 10 days.
But was it a good sign that Eddie Howe, the head coach, and Paul Mitchell, the sporting director, were sat beside one another in Saudi, even if the photos appeared a little awkward? Has Joelinton lessened Newcastle’s need for a right winger in January? And how long before Sven Botman returns?
You can pose all your queries in our weekly in-season Newcastle Q&A.
Post your Newcastle-related questions below and Chris Waugh will endeavour to answer as many of them as possible between 2pm and 3pm GMT (9am to 10am ET).
