Newcastle United predicted line up vs 1860 Munich: 23 players who will play, six could miss out
The Newcastle United starting XI Eddie Howe will name to face 1860 Munich is a bit of a mystery, as it tends to be the case in pre-season.
Eddie Howe ensured a large majority of his squad played at least 45 minutes in the 5-1 win against Gateshead in a behind-closed-doors friendly on Saturday.
But in Austria, United plan to step up their preparations for the new season - starting with 1860 Munich before facing Mainz 05 on Monday.
Summer signings Nick Pope and Sven Botman are expected to be handed their first minutes in black and white after sitting out against The Heed.
Howe has taken 29 players with him to Austria, so it seems eventually some will be left out or handed minimal minutes.
NewcastleWorld takes a look at the players Howe could name in his starting XI and the players at risk of not playing at all against the German third-tier side.
1. Martin Dubravka - set to feature
The Slovakian played 45 minutes against Gateshead last time out as he bids to retain the No.1 spot.
2. Kieran Trippier - set to feature
Trippier was one of few international players to play against Gateshead - getting 45 minutes under his belt.
3. Fabian Schar - set to feature
Schar is seeking his first minutes of pre-season after sitting out against Gateshead after an extended break. Photo: Ian MacNicol
4. Dan Burn - set to feature
Burn is facing competition from new signing Sven Botman with both players left footed. Photo: Stu Forster