The Magpies head to Molineux aiming to extend their unbeaten start to the new campaign after beating Tottenham Hotspur 2-1 before the international break. While results have been positive, Eddie Howe is under no illusions that his side need to improve their general performance.
"We've had some very good results - really pleased with the start we have made in what is a difficult league,” said Howe. “Performance-wise, we haven't hit top gear. We are going into a spell where we have difficult games away from home."
And Howe will be hoping a number of his players take their international form into the coming weeks. Alexander Isak scored three goals in two games for Sweden while Sandro Tonali starred for Italy, playing back-to-back full matches in wins over France and Israel.
"I was pleased to see him play. He has performed well - those games would have done him the world of good,” said Howe. “It's the first few steps for him, we are delighted he is available for us. Sandro has that flair and ability to make the difference. He is a player we absolutely love."
And there was, of course, Anthony Gordon who, after a disappointing summer at Euro 2024 under Gareth Southgate was handed back-to-back starts from interim boss Lee Carsley.
9. RW: Harvey Barnes
Anthony Gordon moved over to the right last time out so why not try Barnes there? The former Leicester City man enjoyed a cameo down that side in the cup against Nottingham Forest and impressed. | AFP via Getty Images
10. LW: Anthony Gordon
It’s Gordon’s preferred position, and can you really argue with last season’s player of the year? It’s been a slow start to the campaign for the winger but he (hopefully) should arrive back on Tyneside beaming with confidence following his England exploits. | AFP via Getty Images
11. ST: Alexander Isak
Isak opened his account for the new season against Tottenham before scoring another three goals for Sweden in the week. Hopefully that's a sign of things to come. | AFP via Getty Images