Newcastle United host Brighton & Hove Albion in the fifth round of the FA Cup on Sunday. Newcastle striker Alexander Isak missed Wednesday night’s 2-0 Premier League defeat at Liverpool with a slight groin problem. Head coach Eddie Howe said he won’t take any risks with Isak’s fitness – but \”if he’s fit, he’ll play\” Isak has been in sublime form in the league this season and is a pivotal part of Newcastle’s impressive performances which has seen them qualify for the Carabao Cup final and the fifthround of theFA Cup. Newcastle will welcome Fabian Hurzeler’s side to St. James’ Park with a place in the quarter-finals up for grabs. The Magpies are currently third in the Premier League table, four points behind leaders Chelsea. Newcastle have won their last three games in all competitions, drawing one and losing two. The last time they were in the top flight they won their opening game of the season against Manchester City.
