Newcastle Injury Update: Major blow as goalkeeper is ruled out for six monthsNEWCASTLE goalkeeper Rob Elliot will miss Euro 2016 after being ruled out for six months with a knee problem. By Joe Short 13:39, Wed, Mar 30, 2016 | UPDATED: 13:47, Wed, Mar 30, 2016 Link copied Bookmark REUTERSRob Elliot has reportedly been ruled out for six monthsElliot, 29, suffered the injury in Republic of Ireland's 2-2 friendly draw with Slovakia last night.He has been Newcastle's first-choice goalkeeper since Tim Krul was ruled out for the season with a similar problem last October.The injury means Newcastle manager Rafa Benitez will likely field 25-year-old Karl Darlow in goal for the rest of the season.Ex- Nottingham Forest trainee Darlow has made just two appearances all campaign, having spent last season on loan at his former club. Related articles Republic of Ireland 2 - Slovakia 2: Elliot’s injury blow for O’Neill O'Neill confirms Newcastle ace has suffered a 'serious knee injury Benitez makes Newcastle admission: This is what we must do to stay up SUBSCRIBE Invalid emailWe use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. Read our Privacy Policy