"All options are on the table for me. I need to think long and hard about who I pick. I try to do that on merit. I get the luxury of seeing the players train every day and I'll make my call. Nick is vastly experienced. You don't see huge highs or lows. He is very calm and absorbs it all. Of course, I discuss things with all my players."
"Pope made a poor error as he rushed out to try and make a clearance against Marseille on Tuesday, enabling Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang to nip in and score. Having led through Harvey Barnes' opener, Newcastle ultimately went on to lose 2-1. Pope has made 39 saves this season, the fourth-most of any goalkeeper in the top flight. His save percentage of 75 is the second-best in the division, behind Sunderland's Robin Roefs (79.3%)."
Nick Pope made a high-profile error against Marseille that allowed Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang to score and contributed to a 2-1 defeat after Harvey Barnes' opener. Pope also attracted criticism for handling Brentford's long throws, though he suffered a head injury in that match. Manager Eddie Howe affirmed backing for Pope, praising his experience, calmness and professionalism, while saying selection will be based on merit and training performance. Aaron Ramsdale remains an available option on the bench. Pope has recorded 39 saves this season and a 75% save percentage, one of the division's best. Barnes has scored four goals in three games.
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