It may be too early in the season to describe the game as a ‘relegation six-pointer’, however, Tuesday’s match does look like being a season defining game for both sides.
Eddie Howe’s side need a victory in order to lift themselves off the bottom of the table and to stay in touch with their relegation rivals.
Here, we take a look at how Newcastle could line-up in their crucial clash against Norwich City:
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9. RW: Joelinton
Lots of effort and running came from the Brazilian on Saturday, but Newcastle’s defensive set-up did not allow for Joelinton to shine in-front of goal. Photo: George Wood
10. ST: Callum Wilson
Newcastle’s main-man has not scored since his sensational strike at Selhurst Park and will want to change this in what is Newcastle’s most important fixture of the season so far. Photo: Richard Heathcote
11. LW: Allan Saint-Maximin
The winger had a subdued game against Arsenal and he was unable to provide the magic many expect of him - hopefully this changes against Dean Smith’s side. Photo: Alex Livesey