St James’ Park will once again be under the floodlights for a huge Champions League clash as Newcastle United play host to Borussia Dortmund in the first of two back to back games with the 1997 winners.
The Magpies enter the fixture at top of the Group F after an exceptional start which has seen them pick up a 0-0 draw away at AC Milan before recording a historic 4-1 victory at home to French champions PSG.
Eddie Howe’s men are unbeaten in their last eight matches in all competitions and are full of confidence after their recent 4-0 victory over Crystal Palace.
But they face a huge challenge against an in-form Borussia Dortmund side who are unbeaten in the Bundesliga this season with six victories and two draws from their opening eight matches.
The Black and Yellows have vast experience in the Champions League and have competed in the competition in all of the last eight seasons.
The German outfit will be determined to climb off the bottom of the group after a 2-0 loss to PSG and a 0-0 draw with AC Milan. But who is likely to start for Edin Terzic’s men and who are the main threats for Newcastle to watch out for?
Here we take a look at the predicted Borussia Dortmund lineup.
5. Left back: Ramy Bensebaini
Algerian international Ramy Bensebaini has been a regular starter since signing for Borussia Dortmund this summer. (Getty Images) | Getty Images
6. Centre midfield: Emre Can
Emre Can will be a familar name to Newcastle fans from his time in the premier League with Liverpool. The versatile midfielder is expected to captain Borussia Dortmund in tonight’s clash. (Getty Images) | AFP via Getty Images
7. Centre midfield: Felix Nmecha
Ex- Man City academy graduate Felix Nmecha is hoping to become the club’s long term successor to Jude Bellingham. (Getty Images) | Getty Images
8. Centre midfield: Julian Brandt
Julian Brandt has been a key playmaker for Borussia Dortmund in recent seasons. The 27-year-old scored the winner for his team in their last outing with Werder Bremen. (Getty Images) | AFP via Getty Images