Graeme Jones will take charge of Newcastle against Crystal Palace following Steve Bruce’s departure on Wednesday.
Newcastle travel to London in search of their first win of the campaign, aiming to secure it at the tenth time of asking.
Jones, who arrived on Tyneside in January, will have some tough calls to make when he decides on his Newcastle United side that will take to the field at Selhurst Park.
Will he try and stamp his own mark on the team, or build upon the foundations laid during the previous nine games played so far this season?
Here, we have predicted Newcastle United’s starting XI which includes a slight formation change to a 4-1-2-1-2 system.
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5. LB - Matt Ritchie
Ritchie has also faced a fair amount of criticism for his defending this season, however, the stats will show he is one of Newcastle’s most creative players going forward and they can ill-afford to lose creativity from their team. Photo: Naomi Baker
6. CDM - Isaac Hayden
Newcastle need the no-nonsense, tough-tackling Hayden to return and anchor their midfield, especially when he comes up against Conor Gallagher who has been in good form for Palace this season. Photo: Stu Forster
7. CM - Sean Longstaff
One of Newcastle’s more impressive performers this season has been Longstaff. His goal and performance against Watford was brilliant - hopefully he can return to those levels against Crystal Palace. Photo: Catherine Ivill
8. CM - Joe Willock
Playing in a similar role and system which saw him flourish at the end of last campaign will hopefully help Willock kick-start his season. Photo: Stu Forster