Eddie Howe to make five changes: Our predicted starting XI for Newcastle United to take on Bournemouth

Bournemouth (H) - Pre-match thoughts, team news, possible XI and prediction

The run of home games to kick off 2026 continues, as Newcastle turn their attentions to the FA Cup and a third round clash with Bournemouth. After a 3-1 win at Burnley to end 2025, followed by back-to-back victories at St James’ Park over Crystal Palace (2-0) and Leeds (4-3), this is a chance to make it four on the spin and keep the momentum building after a superb start to a hectic January. Source

Eddie Howe to make five changes: Our predicted starting XI for Newcastle United to take on Bournemouth

Newcastle United have barely had time to get their breath back after Wednesday night's epic win over Leeds United, but they are back in action on Saturday afternoon in the FA Cup third round as they take on AFC Bournemouth in a 3 o'clock kick-off at ST James' Park.

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