Matías Fernández-Pardo
NEW
CF
Playmaking Forward
Feb 3, 2005 (21)
Right
6'0"
154 lb
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2026/2027 Premier League
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Closing in on first start
Fernandez-Pardo is getting closer to earning a starting role after completing a full week of training ahead of Monday's clash against Leeds, according to coach Matthias Jaissle. "He is getting closer to starting, we need to be smart with his load management. He has had a full training week this week. We will need to make a decision on him Sunday or even Monday."
Analysis: Fernandez-Pardo's first full training week represents another significant step toward taking on a larger role after his workload was carefully managed earlier in the campaign. The attacker is now legitimately pushing for a place in the starting XI against Leeds, though Newcastle will continue to be cautious with his minutes rather than rushing him into a heavy workload. A final decision is not expected until shortly before Monday's contest, making his involvement worth monitoring through the weekend.
Debut in crucial period for Newcastle
Fernandez-Pardo generated one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 2-2 draw against AFC Bournemouth.
Analysis: Fernandez-Pardo came on for Joe Willock in the 63rd minute on his Newcastle debut, signed from Lille on Tuesday, entering as manager Jaissle made a double change to alter the game with the Magpies trailing 2-1. He delivered one inaccurate cross in 27 minutes of action as Newcastle pushed for an equalizer that ultimately arrived through Jacob Ramsey's unerring finish. Fernandez-Pardo made his Premier League debut under promising circumstances and will look to build on his first appearance as Newcastle's season develops.
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