A win for the Magpies over Brendan Rodgers’ side would send them into 2nd place and above Manchester City who travel to Leeds United on December 28.
Newcastle supporters will have very fond memories of their last clash with the Foxes as Bruno Guimaraes’ diving header secured a dramatic stoppage time win in April.
However, Newcastle will be keen to avenge the 4-0 hammering they suffered at the King Power Stadium a little over a year ago in one of the rare moments of disappointment during Eddie Howe’s tenure at the club.
Both came through Carabao Cup tests in midweek and have been drawn together in the next round - but will Howe look to change the starting side that ran-out 1-0 winners over Bournemouth in the cup?
Here, we take a look at the side Howe could select to start against Leicester City:
9. RW: Miguel Almiron
Newcastle United’s top scorer couldn’t add to his haul on Tuesday night but his confidence will still be sky high heading into the game with Leicester City. Photo: Stu Forster
10. ST: Callum Wilson
Wilson was unusually quiet on Tuesday but his presence up-front always posed questions of the Cherries defence. He will be hoping to add to his tally of six goals for the season. Photo: Stu Forster
11. LW: Joe Willock
Allan Saint-Maximin made an appearance off the bench on Tuesday night and may have to settle for the same on Boxing Day. With Willock and Joelinton on the left, Newcastle have a good balance that can allow the Frenchman to impact the game if required from the bench. Photo: Stu Forster