Both sides come into the game on the back of disappointing defeats last weekend. Newcastle suffered a 3-0 hammering at Villa Park before Bournemouth stunned Spurs in the capital to pick up a dramatic 3-2 win.
Newcastle currently sit one place and three points above their opponents in the Premier League table and know a win would give them a six-point gap, with a game in-hand and move them into 3rd place before the midweek round of fixtures.
Allan Saint-Maximin is Newcastle’s only major injury worry, save for their long-term absentees and here, we take a look at the team Howe could pick for Sunday’s huge game against Spurs at St James’ Park.
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5. Sven Botman
Botman has enjoyed a great debut campaign in England but endured a difficult afternoon against Ollie Watkins last weekend - one he will be hoping to put behind him when he takes to the St James’ Park field. Photo: Dan Istitene
6. Dan Burn
Burn has come in for some unfair criticism of late, but he still remains an important part of the league’s best defence. Howe likes a settled back line and may not feel the need to change up his preferred set up. Photo: GEOFF CADDICK
7. Sean Longstaff
Longstafff missed last week's game with illness and his absence was felt in the middle of the park. He often goes unnoticed, but he plays a hugely important role in helping Newcastle control proceedings. Photo: Shaun Botterill
8. Bruno Guimaraes
Guimaraes didn’t have his best game last time out, but he will have fond memories of playing Spurs. He put in a Player of the Match performance in London in October, despite having very little sleep following the birth of his son just a few days earlier. Photo: Alex Pantling