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Eddie Howe will come up against Ange Postecoglou for the first time during his managerial career in a clash that could prove pivotal in both clubs’ hopes of qualifying for European football.
Both Newcastle and Spurs were defeated in midweek and have injury hit squads that will want to bounce back with a win at the weekend.
Whilst Howe should be able to call upon some of his absent players in the coming weeks, it’s likely that he will go into Sunday’s game with largely the same squad that travelled to Merseyside in midweek
Here, we look at the starting XI that Howe could name for Newcastle United’s clash with Tottenham Hotspur:
5. LB: Tino Livramento
Livramento has excelled at left-back since being drafted into that position and it’s hoped that he can continue this form in the capital. | Getty Images
6. CM: Lewis Miley
Much like many of his teammates, Miley has been asked to play lots of football in recent times. He has impressed and with Sean Longstaff and Joe Willock expected back soon, he may finally be given a long overdue rest - although that will probably come after the game with Spurs. | Getty Images
7. CM: Bruno Guimaraes
Guimaraes was involved in a spat with Jordan Pickford on Wednesday night but will be hoping to put that behind him when he and his teammates make the trip to the capital. | AFP via Getty Images
8. CM: Joelinton
Joelinton is another who may be due a rest soon, but for now, he will be asked to go again at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. | AFP via Getty Images