Newcastle United go in search of three consecutive Premier League wins on Tuesday night against Tottenham Hotspur.
Following Newcastle United’s win over Everton on Saturday night, they have the luxury of a double-header at St James’ Park.
The Magpies face Burnley on Saturday, but first up is Tottenham Hotspur on Tuesday. Eddie Howe has already beaten Thomas Frank in the Carabao Cup this season, and will hope to repeat that achievement in the Premier League.
Howe is likely to rotate his side yet again, and this is Geordie Boot Boys’ predicted Newcastle United XI to face Spurs.
The last time Tottenham came to St James’ Park…
No changes at the back for Newcastle United
Changes are expected, but not in goal or defence.
Eddie Howe’s injury update on Nick Pope suggests that Aaron Ramsdale will start again, just days after he impressed at the Hill Dickinson Stadium.
There are unlikely to be any changes in defence either, although Howe will be wary of not overplaying Tino Livramento and Lewis Hall given their importance and the Magpies’ lack of alternatives.
Sven Botman remains injured, while Fabian Schar will be an option on the bench.
Sandro Tonali returns against Spurs
Not only did Newcastle beat Everton on Saturday, but they did it without Sandro Tonali. He did not feature until the 90th minute, but should be back in the starting XI to face Spurs.
That could be bad news for Lewis Miley, who had replaced Tonali versus the Toffees. Miley played very well, but it might not be enough to keep him in the starting XI.
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This game feels more suited to the trio of Bruno Guimaraes, Tonali and Joelinton, which would result in the 19-year-old dropping to the bench.
Jacob Ramsey and Joe Willock are also pushing to start, but feel more likely to feature from the bench.
Harsh Anthony Elanga decision made
Anthony Elanga deserves a lot of praise for his performance at the weekend. It was arguably his best since arriving from Nottingham Forest for £55million.
But will it be enough to warrant a run in the starting XI? Possibly not.
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Kind words from Howe on Elanga, but does he start against Spurs? I’m not sure…
Having barely featured on Merseyside against his former club, Anthony Gordon should be back in the team to face Spurs. That could result in Elanga returning to the bench, as Harvey Barnes’ form in recent weeks should keep him in the side.
Barnes and Gordon will flank Nick Woltemade, who has already scored against Tottenham Hotspur once this season. That was in the 2-0 victory at St James’ Park back in October.
Predicted XI vs Spurs: Ramsdale; Livramento, Thiaw, Burn, Hall; Bruno, Tonali, Joelinton; Gordon, Woltemade, Barnes.
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