Eddie Howe made six changes from the side that lost 4-0 to Manchester City before Christmas. Emil Krafth, Fabian Schar, Javier Manquillo, Jonjo Shelvey, Allan Saint-Maximin and Sean Longstaff came into the side.
Jacob Murphy and Miguel Almiron dropped to the bench while Matt Ritchie, Isaac Hayden, Ciaran Clark and Joe Willock dropped out entirely.
Here’s how supporters reacted to the team news…
@MartinWoodford: “CR7 v J7. Bring it on.”
@xnufcjames: “Hang on a minute where is Willock?”
@BigRick1992: “Are we that bad in quality we have 2 keepers on the bench?”
@stevenufc291088: “Only named 8 subs out of 9. Don’t think 2 keepers is by choice.”
@littlechriscam: “Blimey no Darlow, Ritchie, Hayden or Willock. Thought we had no injuries or covid cases?”
@FlashThompson16: “I really hope some defensive help can be brought in in January because, well, that back four, oof.”
@decarteret_john: “Why Longstaff? Just.... WHY??? Rather Hendrick started and that is not something I thought I would ever say. Play White! At least it doesn't take him ten minutes to actually pass the ball.”
@blip007: “Must be expecting a busy time for our keeper as there's two on bench?”
@Firephilo: “Worried about the energy in midfield but feel for Howe with the options he has available. Please no defensive mistakes and we have a chance with our forward line.”
@agbnufc_: “Give me a Christmas miracle lads please.”
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Here’s how supporters reacted to the team news…
9. Ryan Fraser
Has been lively in recent matches and will feel hard done by not to be awarded two penalties following clashes in the box against Liverpool and Manchester City. Photo: Shaun Botterill
11. Allan Saint-Maximin
Has gone six games without a goal or assist contribution, his longest run of the season so far. Photo: Alex Livesey
12. Callum Wilson
Still walking the disciplinary tightrope just one booking away from suspension but will pass the 19 game tthreshold if he avoids suspension today. Photo: Stu Forster