Newcastle United face Everton for the second time in five days when the sides meet at St James’ Park on Monday night, with Matthias Jaissle looking to put Thursday’s Carabao Cup disappointment behind him.
The Magpies suffered a 3-1 defeat at Hill Dickinson Stadium, but now have an opportunity to respond in front of their home supporters.
Jaissle will be hoping to bounce back with a big win on home soil that could see Newcastle move up to seventh in the Premier League table. But what will his starting XI look like?
Newcastle United have collected 11 points from their opening eight league games, just one more than Everton, who sit on 10 points in the Premier League table.
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Jaissle’s side have several injury concerns ahead of Monday’s game. Ewen Jaouen (thigh) and Tino Livramento (knee) are expected to miss out, while Lewis Miley remains a doubt after missing the cup tie.
Matias Fernandez-Pardo is also uncertain after missing Thursday’s game through illness. Will Osula is another concern after twisting his ankle while taking a shot in the first half against Everton.
With Osula struggling for fitness, Yoane Wissa is expected to lead the attack after replacing him at half-time on Thursday.
Newcastle United predicted lineup vs Everton
Jaissle could make a few changes following the defeat, with the manager expected to rely on his more experienced options for the Premier League meeting.
Hornicek is predicted to start in goal, with Amar Dedic, Fabian Schar, Dan Burn and Lewis Hall forming the back four.
In midfield, Bruno Gonzalez could partner Joelinton, while Anthony Elanga and Harvey Barnes are expected to provide width on either side of Joe Willock.
Wissa is tipped to start up front after replacing Osula in the midweek Carabao exit, leading the line in a 4-2-3-1 formation.
Predicted Newcastle XI:
Hornicek; Dedic, Schar, Burn, Hall; Gonzalez, Joelinton; Elanga, Willock, Barnes; Wissa.
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