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Newcastle United’s hunt for European football continues when they make the trip to London tonight to face Crystal Palace. The Magpies have enjoyed an 11-day break following their win over Spurs last weekend and will head to Selhurst Park confident of picking up a third-straight league win.
However, their opponents showed their mettle with a win at Anfield last week - one that was supported by a thumping 5-2 win over West Ham on Sunday. Selhurst Park has been a stadium that Newcastle United have found it tricky to pick up points at with the Magpies having won just once at the stadium in the Premier League during the last decade.
Eddie Howe may be able to call upon a couple of previously injured players for tonight’s game, but with a clash to follow against Sheffield United on Saturday, he may decide not to risk any of them during the clash with the Eagles.
Here, we take a look at the starting XI Howe could name for his side’s trip to Selhurst Park to face Crystal Palace tonight - including an anticipated double change by the Magpies head coach. Do you agree with our picks? Follow us on our social media channels and let us know your thoughts there:
5. Dan Burn
Burn has played very well at centre-back recently and capitalised on that momentum and confidence with a good display at left-back last time out. He may be asked to move inside again at Selhurst Park. | Getty Images
6. Sean Longstaff
Longstaff was very good against Spurs against some tough opponents. Injury issues elsewhere mean he will likely be asked to go again tonight. | Getty Images
7. Bruno Guimaraes
Guimaraes avoided a tenth yellow card and thus will have no suspension issues to worry about between now and the end of the season. The Brazilian has been superb in recent times. | Getty Images
8. Elliot Anderson
Anderson enjoyed a very good day against Spurs - capitalising on promising performances in his previous couple of outings. A regular run of games, that will likely continue tonight, could be what he needs to really put his name in the frame for a regular starting spot. | Getty Images