WHEN IS THE MATCH?<\/p>\n
Wednesday August 26th, 7.45pm BST kick-off, at St. James’ Park. <\/p>\n
HOW CAN I FOLLOW THE MATCH LIVE?<\/p>\n
The match will be broadcast in the UK on Sky Sports+ for UK viewers. Supporters in other countries can check their local broadcaster here<\/a>.<\/p>\n Supporters can also listen to BBC Radio Newcastle commentary across newcastleunited.com and the Official Newcastle United App<\/a> with a Newcastle United Account<\/a>.<\/p>\n Our Match Centre will provide minute-by-minute updates, as well as all the key stats. Fans can also choose their Player of the Match at full-time.<\/p>\n Match updates will be provided across the club’s social media accounts. Follow them here: X<\/a> | Instagram<\/a> | Facebook<\/a> | YouTube<\/a> | TikTok<\/a> | Threads<\/a><\/p>\n WHEN CAN I WATCH HIGHLIGHTS?<\/p>\n Highlights will be available on newcastleunited.com and the Official Newcastle United App<\/a> after the match, with extended highlights and a full match replay will be available the following day.<\/p>\n WHAT’S THE NEWCASTLE TEAM NEWS?<\/p>\n Matthias Jaissle will be without Dan Burn, Joelinton and Tino Livramento as the trio remain sidelined. Meanwhile, William Osula is being assessed following his withdrawal in the draw against Liverpool. <\/p>\n WHAT’S THE WEST BROM TEAM NEWS?<\/p>\n West Brom’s Mikey Johnston missed the win over Burnley with a minor ankle issue, with a late call set to be made on his fitness. Up front, Jimmy-Jay Morgan is likely to spearhead the Baggies’ attack after three goals already this season. <\/p>\n WHICH KIT WILL BE WORN?<\/p>\n We will wear our 2026\/27 home kit, featuring black and white striped shirts, black shorts and black socks. You can buy the home kit here.<\/a><\/p>\n