Newcastle United travel to Crystal Palace looking to ease the pressure on Matthias Jaissle after successive Premier League defeats.
The German got off to a positive start as Newcastle head coach, losing just one of his opening five Premier League matches. However, defeats to Coventry City and Aston Villa last week have raised concerns over his tactics.
Jaissle has only been in the job for less than three months, so the scrutiny may feel harsh. But whatever his feelings, he can help quiet his critics with a victory in South London this afternoon.
Palace manager Pierre Sage, like Jaissle, was appointed in the summer and, like Jaissle, has already come under pressure following last weekend’s 5-0 defeat to rivals Brighton & Hove Albion.
The Eagles sit 14th in the Premier League table, one point below Newcastle in 11th, having conceded the most goals in the division so far.
Here’s how Newcastle United are predicted to line-up at Selhurst Park:
5. CB: Sven Botman
If Dan Burn were fully fit, then Botman would be out. But until Newcastle's captain is, the Dutchman hangs on. | Getty Images
6. LB: Lewis Hall
The first name on the teamsheet. | Getty Images
7. CM: Nico Gonzalez
Gonzalez has got better whilst the team has got worse in the last two games. Hopefully the two can marry together sooner rather than later. | Getty Images
8. CM: Joelinton
For all the criticism after the Aston Villa defeat, the midfield did look a little more functional with the Brazilian in there. | Getty Images