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Newcastle United began their season with a 1-0 home win against Southampton, however, that victory came at a cost with Fabian Schar now set to begin a three-game suspension following his red card. The Magpies will have to deal with the absence of the Swiss international this weekend as they head to a stadium where they have struggled for wins in recent times.
A 2-0 defeat last season followed a lucky 1-1 draw the previous year, with Newcastle winless in the league against Bournemouth since 2020 - a match that saw Howe in the opposite dugout. This time around, however, Howe will be in the away dugout and faces some big calls, particularly with who will start in defence and out wide.
Here, we take a look at the starting XI that Howe could name for their trip to face Bournemouth at the Vitality Stadium on Sunday. Do you agree with our picks? Follow us on our social media channels and let us know your thoughts there.
5. Lloyd Kelly - 5
Made his first Newcastle start against his former club. Not overly convincing so far with Semenyo posing a real threat. | Getty Images
6. Sean Longstaff - 6
Conceded a clumsy free-kick on the edge of the box. His passing was tidy was caught out on a couple once or twice. | Getty Images
7. Bruno Guimaraes - 6
Saw Ryan Christie booked for a foul as he tried to bring the ball out. Had some good moments on the ball under pressure and has tried to make things happen and grew into the game as Newcastle pushed late on. Had an effort well saved by Neto in stoppage time. | Getty Images
8. Joelinton - 3
Had some strong moments winning the ball back early on but was guilty of several of loose touches and passes to gift possession back to the home side. Should have made things more difficult for Semenyo in the build-up to the Bournemouth winger's effort that hit the bar. Robbed of the ball in a dangerous area which resulted in the opening goal. A shocker after his excellent showing last weekend. Had a close ranger header saved by Neto but ought to have connected better. Had a lucky escape in stoppage time as VAR came to Newcastle's rescue after Dango Ouattara thought he'd won it. Booked. | Getty Images