Newcastle United: Eddie Howe can avoid Kieran Trippier bust-up by offering home farewell vs West Ham
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Credit: Imago Thu 14 May 2026 15:54, UK Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe should hand Kieran Trippier a start against West Ham in what is set to be his final appearance at St James’ Park before leaving the club this summer.Trippier announced last month that he will leave Newcastle at the end of his contract in June following four-and-a-half years on Tyneside.The 35-year-old has seen his game time dwindle throughout this season due to injury and form issues, and has spent time out of Howe’s side in recent weeks.Howe should do the right thing and hand Trippier a starting berth against West Ham on Sunday to avoid an unceremonious parting of ways and more wrath from the Magpies’ supporters.Newcastle’s final two games of the season have little riding on them from their point of view, but the Hammers will be desperate for three points in their quest to avoid relegation. ⚽ Newcastle Matchday ⚽ Team news, line-ups, expert previews and tactical analysis for every Newcastle United fixture. VISIT THE NEWCASTLE MATCH HUB MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES Kieran Trippier deserves a proper St James’ Park farewell against West HamMagpies captain Trippier has only started 17 league games so far this season, with the last of those coming in their defeat to rivals Sunderland on 22 March.He has remained on the bench for two of their last three matches, and only managed one minute of action last weekend against Nottingham Forest despite injuries to Tino Livramento and Lewis Miley.Appearances20Minutes played1507′Assists1Chances created per 901.61Successful crosses per 901.91Fouls won per 901.07Defensive contributions per 904.9Trippier’s 2025-26 PL statsLewis Hall took up an unfamiliar right-back role at the City Ground, with Dan Burn on the left of the back four, so it would seem unfair on Trippier for him to be stuck on the bench this weekend.Midweek events at Rangers have shown Howe exactly what could happen if he snubs the 35-year-old, after James Tavernier fell out with Danny Rohl and refused to play his final game at Ibrox from the bench.After being asked about Trippier’s absence from the starting eleven last week, Howe said: “I’m focusing on the players that I know are going to be here next year.”He is already in Newcastle supporters’ bad books, though, and spoiling Trippier’s farewell party on Sunday would certainly not help his cause in that regard.What is next for Trippier after Newcastle departure?Wor Flags have confirmed that they are planning a tribute for Trippier before the West Ham clash, which should give Howe an added incentive to trust him from the off.A week tomorrow we will be paying tribute to a club legend ahead of his final game in black and white at St, James’ Park.
Every Newcastle United fan knows how important he has been and it is our opportunity to say thank you.Help us give him a send off in style:… pic.twitter.com/5hhfIyIlbD— Wor Flags 🏴🏳 (@worflags) May 9, 2026 View Tweet In terms of what comes next for the veteran right-back, sources have exclusively revealed to Football Insider that Trippier is keen to move abroad again with clubs from the Saudi Pro League and the MLS set to make moves for his services.The 35-year-old has ambitions of being a coach in the future, but could still line up against the Magpies next season as Coventry City plan an approach for his signature in the summer. Don’t Miss a Beat: Your Newcastle Insider Access Get the full story from St James’ Park and Darsley Park with our dedicated expert hubs: Updated 24/7 with expert analysis from the heart of Tyneside.