Newcastle GW9 FPL picks after Palace 0–2 Newcastle
Newcastle won at Crystal Palace on 25 October, with Will Osula opening the scoring and Harvey Barnes adding the second. Newcastle's official match report also confirms that Yoane Wissa replaced Osula in the 77th minute. That is a more informative starting-point than assuming Wissa is permanently out or Osula has won the role forever.
Three attacking decisions
| Player | What GW8 showed | What GW9 buyers must check |
|---|---|---|
| Harvey Barnes | Scored; attacking contribution in the final third | Likely start, position and consistency of chances |
| Will Osula | Started and scored; replaced by Wissa | Competition for centre-forward minutes |
| Yoane Wissa | Came on late | Fitness, starting role and manager's next XI |
Newcastle host Everton on Monday 2 November in GW9. That is a potentially useful fixture, but it also means managers will wait until the final match for any Newcastle points to be reflected in their completed Gameweek.
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Barnes: is he the safest Newcastle attacker?
Barnes supplied the second goal and appears less directly exposed to the Osula-versus-Wissa question. However, confidence should come from repeated starts, minutes and shots rather than today's finish alone. Compare his last few league appearances with Newcastle's other wide players; a substitute cameo in a cup match can change the prediction.
Osula vs Wissa: the real decision is playing time
Osula earned his start and scored, but Wissa's appearance from the bench shows Newcastle have an alternative. A premium transfer into a player with uncertain starts can create problems even when the fixture is green. Osula may offer value if he keeps the place, while Wissa may reclaim a larger role as fitness improves. Neither outcome is confirmed for GW9 as of this update.
Do not use 'Wissa did not play' in post-match analysis: the official report records his late appearance. This matters for auto-subs and for any manager assessing minutes risk.
Defensive returns
Newcastle kept a clean sheet. Dan Burn, Fabian Schär, Lewis Hall and goalkeeper Lukáš Horníček were among the defensive starters. Before buying, check their individual FPL points and minute thresholds, then assess whether the Palace clean sheet reflects a sustainable defensive improvement or one favourable matchup.
What should managers do?
- Already own Barnes: Hold while evaluating upcoming minutes and Everton's defensive profile.
- Considering Osula: Wait for confirmation of his role before using a precious transfer.
- Own Wissa: Treat him as fit enough for a cameo, not yet guaranteed to start.
- Want a Newcastle defender: Use OneFPL Player Lab for current minutes and defensive contribution data.
Verdict: Barnes is the straightforward first research candidate; Osula and Wissa are minutes-risk decisions. Check the GW9 transfer plan with your existing squad before moving.
*Sources: Newcastle match report, Premier League fixtures.*
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Editorial correction — 26 October 2026: Who starts against Everton?
Newcastle beat Crystal Palace 2–0, with Barnes and Osula scoring. Wissa was an unused substitute. That raises a fresh selection question for GW9 against Everton, but it does not establish the permanent striker hierarchy. Compare training reports, prior league starts and midweek selections before naming a first-choice forward.