Their win over Wolves last weekend was a hard-earned but deserved victory at St James’ Park.
Alexander Isak’s opener was cancelled out by Hwang Hee-chan’s equaliser, but Miguel Almiron’s late strike earned the hosts all three points and reignited their hopes of finishing in a Champions League spot this season.
Steve Cooper’s Nottingham Forest are next up for the Magpies as they attempt to defeat a Forest side that have lost just three times in-front of their own supporters this season.
But what team will Howe pick for the game? Will he opt to rest some of Sunday’s starters?
Here, we take a look at the starting XI Howe could name for Newcastle United’s trip to the City Ground.
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5. Sven Botman
Botman made his first appearance for Newcastle against Forest on opening day, coming on as a late substitute at St James’ Park. Photo: George Wood
6. Dan Burn
There have been calls for Matt Targett to be recalled to the starting team, however, Burn has consistently delivered at left-back this season. Photo: Michael Regan
7. Sean Longstaff
Longstaff was quiet against Wolves, but put in a shift for his teammates as they ended their losing streak. Photo: LINDSEY PARNABY
8. Bruno Guimaraes
Bruno’s celebrations after Miguel Almiron’s winner on Sunday were splashed all over social media as the Brazilian showed his passion. Guimaraes is a vital part of the team and will undoubtedly start at the City Ground if he’s fit. Photo: Naomi Baker