Does this Newcastle United line-up stand a chance against Liverpool? Two key changes from Leicester City defeat

The Magpies will be looking to bounce back from the disappointment at The King Power Stadium on Sunday but will have their work cut out against a strong Liverpool side who are unbeaten at home in the Premier League this season.

Jurgen Klopp’s side sit second in the table and have won their last seven matches in all competitions. Meanwhile, Newcastle have just one win to their name.

Eddie Howe suffered an injury blow during the week as defender Federico Fernandez suffered a thigh injury that will keep him out for the next ‘couple of weeks’. Paul Dummett is nearing a return from a persistent calf injury but is still expected to be unavailable until the new year.

Here is Dominic Scurr’s predicted Newcastle United line-up to face Liverpool…

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