However, to do that, they will have to overcome a stubborn Palace side that demonstrated their resilience on Wednesday night as they held Erik Ten Hag’s side to a draw at Selhurst Park.
Michael Olise’s stunning late free-kick earned Patrick Vieira’s side a precious point as they aim to steer clear of being sucked into any relegation danger.
For Newcastle though, Saturday represents an opportunity for back-to-back Premier League wins following goalless draws with Leeds United and Arsenal in the league to end 2022 and start 2023.
Here, we take a look at the starting side Howe could pick to face Crystal Palace at the weekend.
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9. RW: Miguel Almiron
Almiron loves a goal against Crystal Palace and will have fond memories of playing the Eagles. He netted his first United goal against them and in April scored a stunning effort that was voted Goal of the Month. Photo: PAUL ELLIS
10. ST: Callum Wilson
Wilson hasn’t netted since his return from World Cup duty with England, however, he remains Newcastle’s main man and after his stunning overhead kick at Selhurst Park last season, will be full of confidence that he can end his mini-drought this weekend. Photo: Michael Regan
11. LW: Allan Saint-Maximin
Injury to Guimaraes means the Frenchman could be offered a rare start. Saint-Maximin will want to showcase his immense talents once again and Saturday could provide a perfect opportunity for him to do just that. Photo: Michael Regan