Newcastle United supporters would be forgiven for feeling some angst towards the World Cup with Eddie Howe's men flying in the Premier League. At the time of the break, the Magpies are sat in third place in the league, seven points behind leaders Arsenal and just two points behind Manchester City in second.
The fine start to the season has seen six of Newcastle's players called up for their country for the World Cup in Qatar. Callum Wilson, Kieran Trippier and Nick Pope will represent Gareth Southgate's England at the tournament.
While Bruno Guimaraes (Brazil), Fabian Schar (Switzerland) and Garang Kuol (Australia) will also be in Qatar later this month. Chronicle Live has compiled a full list of the group stage fixtures and when you can watch them on TV, starting in a week's time.
