Newcastle United has had a fantastic week with back-to-back wins over Chelsea and Arsenal which has put the team in a positive mood ahead of their next match against Nottingham Forest. The wins have helped boost confidence and morale but there are some concerns about three players who are walking a suspension tightrope. Fabian Schar has joined Joelinton and Dan Burn in having four yellow cards this season. If any of these players receive another yellow card in the upcoming game against Nottingham Forest they will miss the next match against West Ham on November 25th.
The Premier League rules state that any player who gets five yellow cards in the first 19 games of the season will face a one-match suspension. This means that Schar, Burn, and Joelinton must avoid receiving a yellow card in the next nine league matches to avoid missing a game. Schar has already been booked four times in his last five league games and was cautioned during Newcastle’s 1-0 victory over Arsenal on Saturday for kicking the ball away in the first half. The yellow card suspension rule resets after the 19th match of the season which will be against Manchester United on December 30th.
This means that Schar, Burn, and Joelinton need to avoid getting booked for nine more matches to escape the suspension. It is a tough challenge considering the intensity and physicality of Premier League matches. Even though it will be difficult for these players to avoid picking up a yellow card in the next few games it is not impossible. Last season Bruno Guimaraes managed to go months without picking up a yellow card even though he was very close to a 10th booking which would have resulted in a two-match suspension.
That shows that it is possible for a player to avoid bookings for an extended period but it requires great discipline and caution. For Schar, Burn, and Joelinton, they need to focus on their play and avoid any reckless or unnecessary fouls that could lead to a yellow card. They need to be extra careful with their challenges and tackles especially in key moments of the games. The team will be hoping that these players can stay out of trouble and continue playing without facing a suspension because losing any of them would be a blow to the squad.
Schar has been a key player in defense this season, while Burn has been solid at the back and Joelinton has played an important role in midfield. The trio has been vital to the team’s success so far and losing them for a game could affect the team’s overall performance. It is also important to remember that even if these players manage to avoid yellow cards in the next nine matches, they will still face the risk of suspension if they pick up more bookings after the 19th game of the season.
The rule resets after 19 games, but players need to continue to be careful for the remainder of the campaign. If any of these players do get suspended, it will be a blow to Newcastle’s plans, and they will need to make adjustments to cover for their absence. However, the team has been performing well and will be hopeful that these players can stay on the pitch without facing suspension. With the team on a good run of form and with important matches coming up, it is crucial for Schar, Burn, and Joelinton to avoid yellow cards and help maintain the momentum. If they can manage to stay disciplined and avoid bookings, they will be able to continue helping the team in its pursuit of success this season.
It will be a test of their concentration and composure as they look to avoid getting caught up in any situations that might lead to a yellow card and a suspension that would rule them out of a key match. In the end, the team will be relying on these players to keep their heads cool and avoid suspensions so that they can continue to push for success in the league.
