"Starting with the hosts, while Newcastle might have claimed a much-welcomed boost on either side of opening the New Year, Eddie Howe's men have once again shown some real inconsistencies over the past week. Putting in another toothless performance over the weekend as they eventually had to settle for a 0-0 stalemate away at a Wolves side who sit rock-bottom of the Premier League table, the Magpies have failed to win any of the previous three domestic appearances across all competitions within 90 minutes."
"Undergoing surgery last week after suffering a long-term ankle injury, Newcastle will be unable to call upon Swiss international Fabian Schar. Likewise, Howe's side remain without the likes of Dan Burn, Emil Krafth, Timo Livramento and club captain Jamaal Lascelles. Making a summer move from Brentford, Congo international Yoane Wissa should replace Nick Woltemade in the final third. Appearing to have reclaimed his spot as Howe's number one choice, Nick Pope will keep his spot between the sticks at St. James' Park on Wednesday night."
Newcastle enter the Champions League tie with inconsistent form, failing to win any of their previous three domestic matches within 90 minutes and drawing 0-0 at Wolves. The club suffered a 2-0 EFL Cup defeat to Manchester City and have collected just one point from their previous two European games, while a midweek win could secure knockout qualification. Several defenders are unavailable, including Fabian Schar, Dan Burn, Emil Krafth, Timo Livramento and Jamaal Lascelles. Yoane Wissa is expected to replace Nick Woltemade and Nick Pope will remain goalkeeper. PSV have dominated domestically with 52 points from 19 Eredivisie matches and only one defeat.
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