Eddie Howe will name a full-strength starting XI to take on Leicester City in the last eight of the Carabao Cup this evening (kick-off 8pm).
The Magpies head coach opted for eight changes, namely consisting of fringe players, in the FA Cup third exit defeat to Sheffield Wednesday on Saturday.
And for the visit of Leicester, where United have the opportunity to reach their first semi-final in 18 years, Howe will revert back to the line-up that has gone 13 Premier League games unbeaten.
“This is the biggest game of our season, because it is the next game,” Howe said. “But it does have a special meaning, we understand that.
“We need what we have had every home game, a brilliant atmosphere and environment where the team can excel and feel free to give their best.”
Here’s our predicted Newcastle starting XI take on the Foxes at St James’ Park.
And for the visit of Leicester, where United have the opportunity to reach their first semi-final in 18 years, Howe will revert back to the line-up that has gone 13 Premier League games unbeaten.
5. LB: Dan Burn
An unused substitute at Hillsborough. Will continue at left-back for the foreseeable future with Matt Targett out injured.
6. CM: Bruno Guimaraes
His fourth goal of the campaign at Hillsborough wasn’t enough to prevent United from exiting the FA Cup.
7. CM: Sean Longstaff
One of three players to survive the eight changes at Hillsborough. Replaced on the hour-mark.
8. CM: Joe Willock
Came off the bench at Hillsborough but was unable to help United force a replay.