Source: Daily_Mail
Stephen Ireland's Newcastle debut is in doubt
Stephen Ireland has suffered a setback on his comeback from injury and is doubtful for his Newcastle debut on Saturday.[LNB]The on-loan Aston Villa midfielder, recovering from the knee injury which has delayed his first appearance for Alan Pardew, was hurt in training earlier today and will have a test before the Newcastle manager decides whether he is fit to face Everton.[LNB]Pardew revealed Ireland has suffered a similar injury to Joey Barton, who will also be at Newcastle's training ground early tomorrow morning in a bid to be fit to face Everton at St James' Park.[LNB] Kneesy does it: Injury has halted Ireland's hopes of debuting for Newcastle[LNB]Pardew said: 'Stephen has come back and the injury he had when he arrived here has cleared up but he may have a slight thigh strain which rules him out of Saturday. We will have a look at him before making a decision about Saturday.' [LNB] Carroll's ?35m journey set to begin but can he reign under King Kenny?Riise lined up by Newcastle boss Pardew to replace wantaway EnriqueMasked raider: Ameobi to return wearing face guard against EvertonAll the latest Newcastle news, features and opinion [LNB] Explore more:People: Joey Barton Places: Newcastle, Ireland
