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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:
9. RW: Miguel Almiron
Almiron has struggled in front of goal this season and hasn’t scored since the win over Burnley at St James’ Park back in September. Now would be an ideal time to end that run. | Getty Images
10. ST: Alexander Isak
Isak looked tired during the game against Everton, but had bright moments throughout - including when he was shifted out left. | Getty Images
11. LW: Anthony Gordon
Gordon couldn’t replicate the form he has shown at St James’ Park in recent times at Goodison Park. He has just one away goal this season - Sunday would be a fantastic time to double that tally. | AFP via Getty Images
