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:
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?
9. Alexander Isak
Isak has scored in seven consecutive games at St James’ Park but hasn’t scored away from home since his strike against Chelsea in March. | Getty Images
10. Anthony Gordon
Gordon grabbed an assist last weekend and has been tasked with set piece duties in Trippier’s absence. He is yet to register a career goal against Burnley. Photo: Ryan Pierse
11. Callum Wilson
Callum Wilson was back on the scoresheet in Newcastle's win over Sheffield United last weekend. | Getty Images