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An everything-you-need-to-know guide on how to watch CONCACAF Nations League soccer on US TV

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Paramount+

Paramount+ shows most CONCACAF Nations League, including USMNT in the final four of the competition.

DVR capabilities: No

Simultaneous streams: 3

Free trial: 7 days

Monthly from

$5.99

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Discovery+

discovery+ shows all USMNT games up until the final four when coverage is exclusive to Paramount+

DVR capabilities: No

Simultaneous streams: 4

Free trial: 7 days

Monthly from

$8.99

Get discovery+Comprehensive soccer coverage

fuboTV

Get access to CBS through fuboTV with their basic Pro package.

DVR capabilities: 250 – 1000 hrs

Simultaneous streams: 10

Free trial: 7 days

Monthly from

$74.99

Get fuboTVBest TV provider

DirecTV

DirecTV or DirecTV Stream offer access to CBS through their Ultimate and Premier packages.

DVR capabilities: Unlimited

Simultaneous streams: 20

Free trial: 5 days

Monthly from

$109.99

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Paramount+

Paramount+ shows most CONCACAF Nations League, including USMNT in the final four of the competition.

DVR capabilities: No

Simultaneous streams: 3

Free trial: 7 days

Monthly from

$5.99

Get Paramount+USMNT coverage

Discovery+

discovery+ shows all USMNT games up until the final four when coverage is exclusive to Paramount+

DVR capabilities: No

Simultaneous streams: 4

Free trial: 7 days

Monthly from

$8.99

Get discovery+Comprehensive soccer coverage

fuboTV

Get access to CBS through fuboTV with their basic Pro package.

DVR capabilities: 250 – 1000 hrs

Simultaneous streams: 10

Free trial: 7 days

Monthly from

$74.99

Get fuboTVBest TV provider

DirecTV

DirecTV or DirecTV Stream offer access to CBS through their Ultimate and Premier packages.

DVR capabilities: Unlimited

Simultaneous streams: 20

Free trial: 5 days

Monthly from

$109.99

Get DirecTVEditors' pick

Paramount+

Paramount+ shows most CONCACAF Nations League, including USMNT in the final four of the competition.

DVR capabilities: No

Simultaneous streams: 3

Free trial: 7 days

Monthly from

$5.99

Get Paramount+USMNT coverage

Discovery+

discovery+ shows all USMNT games up until the final four when coverage is exclusive to Paramount+

DVR capabilities: No

Simultaneous streams: 4

Free trial: 7 days

Monthly from

$8.99

Get discovery+Comprehensive soccer coverage

fuboTV

Get access to CBS through fuboTV with their basic Pro package.

DVR capabilities: 250 – 1000 hrs

Simultaneous streams: 10

Free trial: 7 days

Monthly from

$74.99

Get fuboTVBest TV provider

DirecTV

DirecTV or DirecTV Stream offer access to CBS through their Ultimate and Premier packages.

DVR capabilities: Unlimited

Simultaneous streams: 20

Free trial: 5 days

Monthly from

$109.99

Get DirecTV

Launching in 2018, the Nations League tournaments have really shaken things up on the international league, replacing friendlies and offering up some competitive soccer and a whole heap to play for.

That’s certainly the case in the CONCACAF region, with not only the opportunity to win a major international tournament, but also secure a place in the Copa America.

It’s an exciting tournament to watch, but how exactly can you watch and live stream the CONCACAF Nations League at present?

Which channels have the rights to CONCACAF Nations League soccer?

The Nations League is split up a little bit when it comes to broadcast rights at the moment. CBS Sports really is the home of the competition, however you cannot watch US men’s national team games prior to them getting to the final four (if they make it that far). That means you can watch most games across CBS and its streaming platform Paramount+, where all games are available to watch.

For USMNT games in the league stage, Warner Bros. Discovery Sports has the broadcasting rights, with games across TNT, TBS and Max. However, they do not broadcast any USA games, after they reach the final four.

Spanish broadcasting rights are with TelevisaUnivision in the same capacity as CBS, and Telemundo Deportes prior to any final four finishes.

Best TV packages to watch CONCACAF Nations League Soccer in 2023

Therefore, you do need to be quite clever in your packages to ensure you get the Nations League matches you want to watch. There are a few options for that, with the best featured below…

Paramount+Getty Images / GOALGet Paramount+

Paramount+ is the platform you need to get the most from CONCACAF Nations League streaming. You’ll get every game outside of United States matches in the league phase, all for a reasonable $5.99 per month with no contract required.

Alongside that, it’s full of on-demand content, as well as having the rights to broadcast the UEFA Champions League and Europa League, the AFC Champions League and Asia Cup, alongside domestic Italian soccer in the shape of Serie A.

There is a package also priced at $11.99 per month, but this essentially just removes the commercials from the on-demand content.

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discovery+Get discovery+

You can combine that with discovery+ to get all CONCACAF Nations League games in English, for an additional $4.99 per month. This will give you access to both the USMNT and USWNT games, and complete this particular tournament for you.

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fuboTVGet fuboTV

For those wanting a bigger TV package, fuboTV is a solid option. It’s a much more expensive deal, but at the same time there are few league’s you can’t get, as well as opening up the US national team in other competitions too. 

You can get CBS through the basic Pro package, priced at $74.99 per month. However, Warner Bros. Discovery Sports isn’t available, so you would miss out on the USA in league matches in the competition.

That said, you are also able to watch the Copa America, CONCACAF Gold Cup and FIFA World Cup through fuboTV, so you certainly make up for that action.

Additionally, you would be able to watch all CONCACAF Nations League games through the Spanish-language channels, with fuboTV providing access to Univision, Universo and TUDN through both the Pro package and the Latino package, which offers just the Spanish-language channels for $32.99 per month.

You’ll also find tons more sport, with almost every major domestic competition around the world, and plenty more international soccer to keep you entertained.

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DirecTVGetty ImagesGet DirecTV

DirecTV is similar to fuboTV in many respect. However, in order to get CBS Sports you need one of the higher end packages. You can get the channel with either Ultimate or Premier, priced at $109.99 per month and $154.99 per month. This gives you hundreds upon hundreds of channels, including CBS and TNT, so you get all of Team USA's Nations League games.

It’s a good package if you’re looking for everything when it comes to television, not just sport but movies, entertainment and beyond, but for the Nations League alone, it could well be out of your price bracket for what you need.

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FC Dallas has signed former La Masia standout and Romanian wonderkid Enes Sali to a four-year-deal.

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FC Dallas sign Enes Sali17-year-old Romanian-Canadian wonderkidTrained in La Masia academy growing upGetty ImagesWHAT HAPPENED?

The youngster joins FCD to bolster their attack ahead of the 2024 MLS campaign. After losing Alan Velasco to a season-ending ACL injury late in 2023, Sali will instantly compete with the attacking core for starting minutes in 2023. The Argentine winger is expected to be out until at least April, potentially into the summer window as well. Sali, who grew up in the famed La Masia academy, trained alongside Lionel Messi, Neymar and Andres Iniesta – individuals who helped him refine his footballing skills and traits. Sali joins via an MLS U-22 Initiative slot.

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Sali could be the next young prodigy to be in and out of the FC Dallas system. No other MLS club has produced young talent like the North-Texas side, with the likes of USMNT stars Chris Richards, Weston McKennie and Ricardo Pepi all formerly being a part of their academy. On top of that, USMNT-hopefuls Bryan Reynolds and Justin Che also make up FC Dallas graduates on top of current U.S. striker Jesus Ferreira – who still crafts his trade for the club.

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Sali was born in Toronto, Canada and has not been called up to the Romanian national team since 2021, when he debuted at just 15-years-old. Hypothetically speaking, he's nearing eligibility to make a one-time nationality switch. If he were to succeed in MLS, Sali could put himself on the CMNT radar a a result.

GOAL explains eligibility rules here, where it states how and why Sali could eventually represent

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WHAT NEXT FOR SALI AND FC DALLAS?

The youngster will now go about relocating from across the world in Romania, to Dallas, Texas. It will be a big switch for the 17-year-old, but the Technical staff of the MLS side see him as a worthwhile investment. For FCD as a club, it's offseason mode, and their eyes are all set on 2024. Preseason begins in January, so right now, they're looking at roster decisions, free agency and scouting potential transfers to bolster their squad.

Manchester United winger Antony has revealed the delight he felt when he first met up with former team-mate Cristiano Ronaldo.

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Antony admired Ronaldo growing upLinked up with superstar at Man UtdAlso reveals his closest friends at clubWHAT HAPPENED?

Antony joined Manchester United from Ajax in September 2022 and played alongside Ronaldo until the Portuguese superstar left the club by mutual agreement two months later after an explosive interview with Piers Morgan. The Brazilian may not have been able to play alongside Ronaldo for long, but admits it was a dream to meet up with his childhood hero.

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He told : "I grew up admiring Cristiano Ronaldo. This guy is a phenomenon!! It was a dream come true when I met him."

Antony was then asked about the team-mates he considers to be his 'closest friends' at Old Trafford, and replied: "Casemiro and Diogo Dalot."

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Ronaldo's second spell at United ended on a bitter note, with the club cutting ties with the Portugal international after he admitted he did not have respect for manager Ten Hag. Antony could be set to follow Ronaldo out of the Old Trafford exit door after failing to impress following his big-money move. The Brazilian is still yet to score or assist this season and could reportedly be put up for sale in the January transfer window.

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Antony has come under scrutiny this season but has hit back at what he calls the "malicious criticism" he has received. United will be hoping for some sort of response on the pitch too from the winger as the Red Devils bid to turn around a difficult campaign. Attack has been a particular issue for United, with Ten Hag's side having only scored 16 goals in 14 Premier League games.

Chelsea could accept a ban from UEFA competitions next season if they qualify for the Europa Conference League, according to a new report.

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Chelsea could qualify for Conference LeagueWould bring them under European Profit and Sustainability rules Chelsea may accept ban instead of playing WHAT HAPPENED?

Per , Chelsea are only currently bound by the Premier League's Profit and Sustainability rules (PSR), which allow for losses of up to £105m ($133m) over three years. They met that objective last season and have maintained they will again meet the threshold this year. However, if they were to qualify for the Europa Conference League by winning the Carabao Cup this weekend, they would then be bound by UEFA's PSR rules.

Under those regulations, Chelsea can only lose up to £68.5m ($86m), a significant squeeze on their current obligations, and it has been speculated that the club could now look to avoid playing in Europe altogether next season.

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As Kieran Maguire, a financial expert, explained to , Chelsea could receive more financial freedom if they follow AC Milan's example. The Serie A club breached FFP three times, per UEFA, and the two parties reached a compromise that allowed the Italian side to sit out one year of Europa League football in 2019. Normally, clubs would be banned for two years for such an offence but Chelsea may find it productive to try to strike a similar deal with the European governing body if they beat Liverpool this weekend. The Conference League winners last season were West Ham and they were paid £16m for their win; Chelsea earned £82m by reaching the round of 16 of the Champions League last season.

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Maguire said: “It could be in Chelsea’s interests to do the same as Milan. We’re moving into the realms of three-dimensional chess here, which some clubs are capable of playing.

“By the time you pay the players’ bonuses for qualifying for the competition, transport, accommodation and other costs, you’re only making a small amount of money from the Conference League. You’ll struggle to get a decent number of fans to attend Stamford Bridge if the opposition is modest. That isn’t a criticism of them. It’s modern-day economics.

“If they are exceeding the UEFA limits, the question becomes: ‘Do we want to go and play in the Conference League next season?’. Because they won’t make any money from it.”

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If they beat Liverpool this weekend, the Blues will qualify for the Conference League play-offs. They are currently 10th and any chance of qualifying for Europe through the league appears remote.

Lionel Messi and Argentina have scheduled a pair of friendlies in the USA this March against Nigeria and the El Salvador national team.

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Argentina schedule March friendlies in USASet to play Nigeria and El SalvadorChinese Government canceled original matches over Messi preseason bust-upWHAT HAPPENED?

After having their originally planned March international friendlies in China cancelled, La Albiceleste now have plans for the upcoming FIFA window. They're now set to take on AFCON powerhouse Nigeria and Concacaf side El Salvador in the build-up to this summer's Copa America.

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During the 2024 MLS preseason, Messi's Inter Miami went on a world tour that saw them stop and play in Asia against Vissel Kobe and a Hong Kong XI. Against the latter, however, the Heron' maestro sat out the match due to what he explained was 'pain in his adductor.'

As a result, there was uproar from fans and the Chinese government over him sitting out, with one official going as far as saying he should be banned from the country.

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Messi has already played the El Salvador national team once this season – but without Argentina. In a unique scenario, Inter Miami played a preseason match against the CONCACAF side in January, where the two team drew 0-0.

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The Herons superstar will continue his start to the 2024 MLS season, with Inter Miami beginning their campaign with three points Wednesday evening. He'll follow it up with a string of matches before reporting for national team duty in a little under a month's time.

Cesc Fabregas has suggested that Manchester United had a "a plan" under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, but have lost its direction under Erik ten Hag.

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Ten Hag struggling to find consistency with Man UtdFulham defeat has exposed team's frailtiesFabregas took aim at Dutch managerGetty ImagesWHAT HAPPENED?

In a candid assessment, Fabregas claimed that United had a clearer head and a well-defined structure when the Norwegian was at the helm. However, under Ten Hag, the club seems to be lacking a cohesive strategy, leading to a sense of uncertainty and inconsistency.

Fabregas' comments come at a time when pressure is mounting on Ten Hag to turn around the club's fortunes after a tumultuous season at Old Trafford – especially after their shock defeat to Fulham at the weekend.

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Speaking to the podcast, Fabregas said: "I have to say as well that I don't know the numbers, but with Ole [Gunnar Solskjaer] there were some good big games. They used to have a structure, they had a plan. At least you saw a plan, which was to defend well and have great breaks and this is exactly what Manchester United don't have at the moment."

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Fulham ripped open United on several occasions on the counter and Fabregas believes that the performance should have sent "alarm bells" ringing at the Old Trafford board room.

"Looking carefully at the counters that Fulham did to them and the way they were done, it makes the alarm bells go for a very, very long period of time," he said. "It cannot happen that a top, top team gets done on the counter so many times in one half, or over 60 minutes. And this shows that they are lacking something. I don't know his game plan, I don't know if he has structure, I don't know what his message is. But, definitely, if these happen to my team, there would be a lot of alarm bells going on."

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Solskjaer was in charge of United from March 2019 until November 2021. He led the Red Devils in 127 Premier League matches – won 59, drew 32 and lost 36 times.

Sheffield United host Nottingham Forest this afternoon for the first leg of their Championship play-off semi-final, with both sides hopeful of making it to the Premier League.

The Blades could secure promotion back to the top-flight at the first time of asking after last season’s relegation, whereas Forest haven’t been amongst English football’s elite for 23 years.

Paul Heckingbottom and his players will be particularly cautious that they don’t make a mistake which could cost them the tie after the first leg, but how are the South Yorkshire outfit looking ahead of today’s clash?

Injury news

As per Nottinghamshire Live, Blades captain Billy Sharp is edging closer to a return, with Heckingbottom stating: “Bill’s another few days closer. We’d like him to be (available), if he’s able to play some part in the tie. If he’s not ready, he’s not ready. He is doing all he can and the staff are doing all they can to make sure there is that opportunity.”

Meanwhile, both Morgan Gibbs-White and George Baldock appear to be available, whilst long-term absentees Rhian Brewster, Jayden Bogle, Oli McBurnie and Jack O’Connell all remain sidelined.

Sheffield United predicted XI

After a thumping 4-0 victory over Championship winners Fulham on the final day to secure a play-off spot, whether or not Heckingbottom will make changes to that side for today’s match is up for debate.

Here is how Football FanCast expects the Blades to line up against Nottingham Forest…

Sheffield United XI: Foderingham, Basham, Egan, Robinson, Baldock, Norwood, Fleck, Stevens, Berge, Gibbs-White, Ndiaye

With uncertainty as to whether or not Sharp will be fit to make the squad, we don’t expect the striker to be ready to start this afternoon.

The only change from the victory over Fulham comes at right-wing-back, with Baldock taking the place of Ben Osborn.

With the 29-year-old now appearing to be fully fit after only being able to make the bench last weekend, he returns to the starting line-up to make his first appearance in almost a month.

Labelled “superb” by BBC pundit Garth Crooks after a goal against Norwich City in the 2019/20 season, the £23k-per-week Englishman is a kingpin for the Blades and deserves to feature in their biggest match of the season so far.

The decision would arguably be harsh on Osborn, whose last goal for United came in a 3-2 victory at Barnsley in October, a game which the wing-back described as “mad”.

Having gone through the youth ranks at Nottingham Forest and joined the Blades from the Reds, the 27-year-old has had a solid season, making 34 appearances in the Championship.

However, being predominantly a left-sided player, Baldock pips the £2.2m-rated Derby native to a place in the starting lineup now that he is fit.

It’s a crunch game for both sides, who will be looking to get themselves one step closer to Wembley after today’s showdown at Bramall Lane.

AND in other news: This is the Forest predicted XI that FFC is forecasting

Sunderland have secured their spot in the League One play-off final at Wembley against Wycombe Wanderers, but even with Championship football within touching distance, it hasn’t stopped the transfer rumour mill from turning as new interest emerges for one Black Cats player.

What’s the latest?

According to BBC South TV and radio sports reporter Andrew Moon, Portsmouth are monitoring the situation at the Stadium of Light regarding Lynden Gooch, who is out of contract this summer.

Moon tweeted: “I’m told that out of contract #SAFC winger Lynden Gooch is a player that would interest #Pompey should he become available.”

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Losing a player like Gooch next season would be a huge disaster for Sunderland, whether they win promotion to the Championship or are consigned to another season in League One.

They have until 25 May to make a decision on whether or not they would like to extend the 26-year old’s contract ahead of next season or make him available for other clubs to snap up on a free transfer. With nothing currently finalised for the player, they could be set to lose him this summer.

The American has been a key player for Alex Neil and the Black Cats in their pursuit of promotion and was involved in the starting line-up for both legs of their play-off semi-final, which shows that the manager clearly values his presence in the middle of the park. When you consider his season statistics, it is no wonder Neil is a fan of the 26-year-old.

As per Sofascore, Gooch has contributed six assists, created nine big chances and made 1.4 key passes, 1.4 tackles and 1.2 clearances on average per game in his 40 league appearances this season. Therefore, he would be a big loss in the middle of the pitch if he is let go by the club in the next few weeks.

Due to his outstanding contribution in midfield, the player has been the recipient of high praise with Sunderland podcaster Micky Lough.

Speaking on the Wise Men Say podcast, he said of Gooch: “He’s shown quality throughout last season. He really likes to get the ball and run at defenders and make things happen. So, I think he’s got that bit of ‘X factor’ that a lot of teams in this league don’t have.”

Sunderland and Neil must do everything they can to keep hold of Gooch this summer and find a solution in order to secure his future at the Stadium of Light. They must act fast as other clubs are clearly taking interest in the midfielder already and could potentially turn his head with the right offer.

AND in other news: Sunderland handed big injury lift ahead of play-off final that’ll delight Neil

West Ham United are reportedly amongst the Premier League clubs interested in signing Wolfsburg defender Maxence Lacroix this summer.

According to Jeunes Footeux, via Birmingham Live, West Ham, as well as Aston Villa and Newcastle United, are keen to bring the Frenchman over to England this summer.

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The 22-year-old did sign a contract extension in September to keep him at the German outfit until 2025, although it does have a release clause believed to be in the region of £34m which is set to become active this summer, according to Sky Germany via Bulinews.

With numerous cases of injuries and suspensions within the defensive to deal with this summer, there is little doubt that Hammers boss David Moyes will be keen to add at least one quality centre-back to his ranks this transfer window.

West Ham must sign Lacroix

With Angelo Ogbonna still recovering from an ACL injury whilst both Issa Diop and Craig Dawson are subject to potential departures this summer, the Hammers will need to improve their defensive options.

In Lacroix, the Irons would be signing one of Europe’s top defensive prospects, with the 22-year-old making 35 appearances across the league and Champions League this term despite a poor season for Wolfsburg that saw them finish 12th in the Bundesliga.

Stood at 6 foot 3, the Frenchman, labelled as “exciting” by Statman Dave, has averaged 69.7 touches a Bundesliga match whilst completing 42.7 passes at an 81% accuracy.

Despite playing in a relatively poor side, the defender contributed to five clean sheets as well as making 2.1 interceptions, two tackles and 4.8 clearances a game whilst also winning 64% of his duels.

Compared to Dawson, who could depart this summer, Lacroix edges the Englishman.

The current West Ham centre-back has averaged 47.9 touches a game in the Premier League whilst making fewer passes at 30.2 at the same accuracy.

Also contributing to five clean sheets, the 32-year-old has a lower duel win rate at 56% whilst averaging 0.8 interceptions and tackles as well as 4.1 clearances.

Moreover, these statistics came in a side better than Wolfsburg with the Hammers set to finish no lower than seventh in the Premier League.

It would certainly be a shrewd deal with the defender already good enough to slot into Moyes’ team whilst also possessing a serious amount of potential that the Hammers can benefit from. It might just be a deal that sees the back of Dawson too.

AND in other news: “Definitely a target…”: Ex drops major West Ham transfer update, Moyes will love him

Newcastle United are set to play in the Premier League for the final time in the 2021/22 campaign today as they face Burnley at Turf Moor.

The Clarets come into the match desperate for points in their bid to avoid relegation to the Championship, whilst the Magpies are only fighting for a place in the top ten as they currently sit 12th in the table.

Eddie Howe’s men come into the game off the back of an excellent 2-0 win against Arsenal on Monday night and will now be looking to end the campaign on a high.

How many changes will the head coach make to the team for today? Here is our predicted XI…

Newcastle predicted XI v Burnley

Martin Dubravka; Kieran Trippier, Jamaal Lascelles (c), Dan Burn, Matt Targett; Sean Longstaff, Bruno Guimaraes, Joelinton; Jacob Murphy, Callum Wilson, Allan Saint-Maximin

We are predicting that Howe will make three alterations to the side from last Monday, with Trippier, Lascelles and Murphy all coming into the team.

Starting off at the heart of defence, Fabian Schar may miss out after a nasty collision at St James’ Park earlier in the week. He was forced off in the game and Howe has now revealed that the Switzerland international is touch-and-go for today’s clash.

Injury expert Ben Dinnery tweeted: “Howe on Schar. “We’re following concussion protocols. He may be doing something outside today but we’re following the protocols closely so it’ll be a late decision on him.” Enhanced care setting Stage 4 (Fri): Non-contact training Stage 5 (Sat): Full contact practice.”

This will leave a berth open at centre-back if Schar is unable to play, and we are predicting that club captain Lascelles will be brought back into the side.

At right-back, we are predicting that Trippier will be given an opportunity to end the season with a starting berth. He has not been named in the starting XI since coming back from injury, and this is now the last chance for him to make it in 2021/22.

England manager Gareth Southgate called the £77k-per-week defender a “warrior” last summer, and the right-back has lived up to that billing in his short time at Newcastle so far. He has averaged an impressive 4.8 tackles and interceptions per game, showing that he is right up for the challenge on Tyneside.

Finally, Murphy may come in for Miguel Almiron on the right of the front three to keep things fresh. Journalist Liam Kennedy dubbed the Paraguay international “relentless” against Arsenal, and his constant pressing has earned him a rest for this match.

He can come off the bench to cause issues against a tired Burnley backline, while Murphy should be given an opportunity to show Howe that he deserves to be at the club next season and get regular game-time in the team.

AND in other news, “Sources at Newcastle”: Huge transfer update emerges that’ll leave supporters gutted…