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Newcastle United look to strengthen their ambitions of qualifying for European football when they make the trip to Turf Moor to face relegation-threatened Burnley on Saturday afternoon. Fresh off the back of a 5-1 win over Sheffield United, the Magpies will head to Turf Moor full of confidence that they can make it back-to-back wins.
However, they do not boast a very good record on their travels this season and will face a Burnley side that have enjoyed a small renaissance under Vincent Kompany in recent times with the hosts knowing a win would go a very long way in boosting their survival hopes.
Eddie Howe has welcomed back Callum Wilson to the fold in recent times with hopes that Miguel Almiron can be back in contention this weekend. But will that change Howe’s starting XI or will he go with a similar team that started the win over the Blades last weekend?
Here, we take a look at the starting XI that Howe could name for his side’s clash with Burnley on Saturday. Do you agree with our picks? Follow us on our social media channels and let us know your thoughts there:
5. Lewis Hall
Hall was handed just his fourth Premier League start of the season last weekend and largely impressed during his 82 minutes on the pitch. | Getty Images
6. Sean Longstaff
Longstaff has battled through injury in recent times and remains an important part of Howe’s midfield three, particularly when injury issues continue to impact his teammates. | Getty Images
7. Bruno Guimaraes
Guimaraes will be tasked with marshalling the midfield again at Turf Moor. The Brazilian has been imperious this season and will want to end the season strong and help his side secure European qualification. | Getty Images
