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Eddie Howe’s side will face Urawa Reds in their first game in Japan. The Magpies flew to the Far East following their 2-0 win against Hull City at the MKM Stadium and will face Yokohama F. Marinos on Saturday.
However, before then, they will take on Urawa Reds in a game that could see some Newcastle United players feature for the first time in pre-season. Their cohort of international players missed the trip to Germany and win over Hull but have travelled to Japan, bar Kieran Trippier and Anthony Gordon, and could feature against Urawa Reds.
There could also be opportunities for Joe Willock and Lloyd Kelly to play their first minutes of pre-season after fitness issues have kept them sidelined from games to date. Here, we take a look at the Newcastle United side that Howe could name for the clash against Urawa Reds at the Saitama Stadium:
5. Jamal Lewis
Lewis may not have a future at the club, but he has been a dependable member of the squad during pre-season and will be keen to build up fitness. | Getty Images
6. Joe Willock
Willock hasn’t featured yet during pre-season, that could change this week. Photo: Stu Forster
7. Lewis Hall
Hall performed very well in the middle of midfield against Hull City and with Bruno Guimaraes likely to be given a rest, he could play in that position again. | Getty Images
8. Joelinton
Joelinton will want to continue to build fitness whilst in Japan. | Getty Images