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Deserving Duo Part Of Four Changes For Forest Cup Clash?



Under Eddie Howe, Newcastle have done very well in the domestic cup competitions. The hope is this season will be no different. After a disappointing 1-1 draw at Bournemouth over the weekend, the Magpies are in need of a positive result at Nottingham Forest on Wednesday.

During his press conference for the league cup tie, Howe committed to fielding a strong but slightly rotated squad. Here is some of what he said:

“We will try and play a really strong team; we want to progress. We will make changes as well at the same time, because we have a squad that I think enables me to do so, while not weakening the quality, we saw the strength of our bench on Sunday, which made a huge difference.

There are a lot of players eager to show what they can do. We are determined to do well; this competition has been good for us. Last year we were incredibly close to another semi-final.”

Howe got some excellent cameos on Sunday that helped salvage a point. Two of the standouts were Harvey Barnes and Kieran Trippier. I expect both to start on Wednesday as part of four overall changes with Lewis Hall and Joe Willock also involved.

Here is the team I predict Howe to name.

I have Anthony Gordon remaining in the starting eleven but jumping to the right flank. Howe must find a way to get his best attackers on the field together. Especially with news this morning that a right winger may not be in the summer’s transfer plans.

Howe also confirmed Sandro Tonali would make the squad after the end of his lengthy suspension. The Italian will likely not start due to a lack of match sharpness though reports are he has been terrific in training.

Unfortunately, I will not be able to put out the team news for this match. Hopefully, the lads can advance in the competition and then complete a few transfers by week’s end.


1,772 comments so far

  • Mister Tuff

    Sep 1, 2024 at 11:50 AM

    Comment #1721

    Thai brides – I don’t think so – more like a Thai lady boy.

    Looney Lesh – pease no more about you being a top executive in a world renowned company – getting benefits is not being a top executive it is scrounging.

    If it keeps you happy I’ll go along with your fantasies. Please do not come on here in the future saying you were a Field Marshall or Admiral we will not believe you .

    If you see a shop titled “General Dealer” it does not mean it is the abode of an Indian Army General – but it is a local convenience shop.

    5
  • Munster Mag

    Sep 1, 2024 at 11:53 AM

    Comment #1722

    I’m pretty sure Eddie will go with Murphy

    0
  • Charlie in the Gallowgate

    Sep 1, 2024 at 11:55 AM

    Comment #1723

    If going to the match today PLEASE check your wallet to check if your season ticket is hidden
    If so you will have to unhide it!

    2
  • RUNAWAY777

    Sep 1, 2024 at 11:56 AM

    Comment #1724

    Pope
    Tino krefth brun Hall
    Joelinton bruno longstaff
    Barnes gordan

    That a strong team tonali for longstaff second half.

    0
  • RUNAWAY777

    Sep 1, 2024 at 11:57 AM

    Comment #1725

    Iask up fronr

    0
  • Munster Mag

    Sep 1, 2024 at 11:58 AM

    Comment #1726

    Mund I don’t think you understand how journalists work, and how some will push things to a limit but cant go all the way.

    Hope watched Bruno and Tonali play together last summer and felt there could be issues there.

    He had the balls to say it. So you think the Sky pack would?

    So yes he wants the attention but lots of the fawners hate him because he poses hard questions. Watch him some time, as you probably don’t, and are spitting out opinions without even watching the guy.

    6
  • Munster Mag

    Sep 1, 2024 at 11:58 AM

    Comment #1727

    I’d imagine you hate Chris on Ever More Nufc?

    2
  • magicmac54

    Sep 1, 2024 at 11:59 AM

    Comment #1728

    Raj Jail

    Good day mate, the starting 11 i think Eddie will select today is reflected in my bingo selection, but i would really love him to go with Tonali in midfield, plus Barnes and Gordon on the wings.

    0
  • Mund

    Sep 1, 2024 at 12:06 PM

    Comment #1729

    Munster

    I understand exactly how they work. I think you’re mixed up with who understands or not.

    People will always float to others who suit their agenda it’s just how the world works and you and Hope have a lot in common.

    2
  • Munster Mag

    Sep 1, 2024 at 12:16 PM

    Comment #1730

    You probably don’t even watch Ever More Mund. Too factual for the ostriches.

    You ostriches got a bit of a shock this week eh?

    9
  • Munster Mag

    Sep 1, 2024 at 12:17 PM

    Comment #1732

    Team out shortly.

    Rob do the honours?

    0
  • Munster Mag

    Sep 1, 2024 at 12:18 PM

    Comment #1733

    Team out shortly.

    Rob do the honours?o

    0
  • Mund

    Sep 1, 2024 at 12:19 PM

    Comment #1734

    Munster

    When have you ever done facts 😆

    You champion Casey mate

    2
  • Munster Mag

    Sep 1, 2024 at 12:19 PM

    Comment #1735

    No Hall?

    Good to see our best wingers though

    Big thumbs up for Kelly

    1
  • Raj of Hailsley

    Sep 1, 2024 at 12:19 PM

    Comment #1736

    Teams out.

    0
  • The Ledge

    Sep 1, 2024 at 12:20 PM

    Comment #1737

    Barnes starts

    0
  • Raj of Hailsley

    Sep 1, 2024 at 12:21 PM

    Comment #1738

    magicmac54,
    He has gone with Barnes and AG but no Tonali or Hall, bad FPL pick I might have to address very soon with a WC.

    0
  • Arthur Romsdale

    Sep 1, 2024 at 12:27 PM

    Comment #1739

    I think there’s a slight bit of cowardice in Howes team selection. Delighted to see Barnes starting

    1
  • RUNAWAY777

    Sep 1, 2024 at 12:28 PM

    Comment #1740

    Only got one wrong with the team said hall but kelly got the nod.
    All of yous going to the match have good day and a win.

    1
  • Raj of Hailsley

    Sep 1, 2024 at 12:32 PM

    Comment #1741

    Cowardice ffs!!!

    2
  • Rotonda heights

    Sep 1, 2024 at 12:32 PM

    Comment #1742

    Not bad but Kelly offers up zip going forward. Got to keep faith with hall as he keeps the ball moving even if he is a bit shaky in defence at times.

    0
  • Raj of Hailsley

    Sep 1, 2024 at 12:36 PM

    Comment #1744

    https://x.com/SkySports_Keith/status/1830172852026302861?s=19
    Members of PIF, including Yasir Al-Rumayyan, Asma Rezeeq and Jacobo Solis will be in attendance at St. James Park today.
    ?? Understand #NUFC Chairman Al-Rumayyan has been keen to express his support to everyone at the club in person.
    ???? This follows a difficult couple of months for the club, after the departure of Amanda Staveley & failure to add transfer targets.

    1
  • Rotonda heights

    Sep 1, 2024 at 12:37 PM

    Comment #1745

    Arthur

    Tbf you can’t start Tonali after 10 months out and probably still recovering from Wednesday. Don’t need any more injuries as I’m sure Bunce will have pointed out. I’m sure we’ll see Tonali at some point.

    Disappointed not to see Hall, especially at home. Are Spurs a tall team? Maybe why Kelly is in but for me the jury is very much out on Kelly as he offers nothing going forward..

    0
  • Rotonda heights

    Sep 1, 2024 at 12:38 PM

    Comment #1746

    Wonder if we’ll hear any chants for Amanda

    0
  • magicmac54

    Sep 1, 2024 at 12:40 PM

    Comment #1747

    Not surprised Eddie picked Longstaff, but really surprised young Hall has been dropped in favour of Kelly, but great to see our two best wingers starting today.

    HWTL

    0
  • Zorro

    Sep 1, 2024 at 12:40 PM

    Comment #1748

    Kelly is no left back howe is killing Lewis Hall
    Longstaff is no footballer
    Tonalli is fit
    Please p I f sack this overrated nomark

    1
  • AncientC

    Sep 1, 2024 at 12:42 PM

    Comment #1749

    https://x.com/SpursOfficial/status/1830202869074493612

    Kulusevski playing upfront for Spurs? Packed midfield for them.

    Happy to see Werner on the bench. These talented players, who have finishing problems, seem to start hitting the target when it comes to playing against Newcastle.

    0
  • Rotonda heights

    Sep 1, 2024 at 12:42 PM

    Comment #1750

    If you see a shop titled “General Dealer” it does not mean it is the abode of an Indian Army General – but it is a local convenience shop.

    Tuff, that was quite amusing.

    0
  • Raj of Hailsley

    Sep 1, 2024 at 12:45 PM

    Comment #1751

    Rh,
    Wor Flags done something for her against Forest, is she there today like?

    1
  • Arthur Romsdale

    Sep 1, 2024 at 12:45 PM

    Comment #1753

    Tripps had to start surely, the kid is capable of starting all the way to the euro finals.

    0
  • IrishRob

    Sep 1, 2024 at 12:47 PM

    Comment #1754

    Playing kelly pn the left is a mistake he’s not good enough..he’s grand at cb but it’s a mistake imo.

    Tonali should 100% be starting, and sub Longstaff on notbthe other way around.

    I’m OK with Gordon or Barnes playing right Barnes deserves the start he’s been solid.

    0
  • The Ledge

    Sep 1, 2024 at 12:50 PM

    Comment #1755

    Well said Neville “you can’t keep holding Newcastle Back “

    2
  • Pottsclock

    Sep 1, 2024 at 12:54 PM

    Comment #1756

    It seems that Howe wants to play Kelly when we play against a counter attack minded opponent, and Hall when we are less threatened and he wants our defenders to push up wide.
    He’ll either be completely vindicated or castigated by that decision today. Kelly vs Kulusevksi is one of the key battles today

    3
  • Mister Tuff

    Sep 1, 2024 at 1:00 PM

    Comment #1757

    Big test today -think we’ll find out how good or how poor we are. Not confident at all at this stage. This game is a very good test for us.

    0
  • Mister Tuff

    Sep 1, 2024 at 1:02 PM

    Comment #1758

    Hall drifts upfield and exposes his fullback position – he’s not quick at getting back.

    0
  • Adamn_92

    Sep 1, 2024 at 1:11 PM

    Comment #1759

    HWTL

    2
  • Cullerfornia Lad

    Sep 1, 2024 at 1:14 PM

    Comment #1760

    Come on Toon

    1


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