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Birmingham vs Newcastle LIVE: FA Cup team news and line-ups as League One leaders plot shock


Published on 2025-02-08 10:45:26 - MSN
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The article from MSN Sports discusses the upcoming FA Cup match between Birmingham City and Newcastle United. Birmingham, currently leading League One, aims to cause an upset against the Premier League's Newcastle. The match is set to take place at St Andrew's, with both teams having recent form to consider; Birmingham has been unbeaten in their last 12 games, while Newcastle has had a mixed bag of results, including a notable win against Sunderland in the previous FA Cup round. The article provides updates on team news, with Newcastle potentially missing key players like Joelinton, Nick Pope, and Sandro Tonali due to injuries or suspensions, and there's uncertainty about the participation of Alexander Isak and Callum Wilson. Birmingham's manager, Tony Mowbray, is also dealing with some injury concerns but is hopeful about having key players available. The piece also touches on the historical context of the FA Cup, mentioning past upsets and the significance of the competition for both clubs.

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