Newcastle United fans pleased with Eddie Howe's Anthony Gordon call at Aston Villa

Newcastle United supporters were pleased to see Anthony Gordon start despite an incident with Eddie Howe at Brentford last week. The Magpies signing was brought on as a second-half substitute and helped changed the game, but was taken off by the Toon boss as they looked to shore things up.

The January arrival showed his frustration at the change, but starts after talks with Howe during the week. It's the only change from the win against the Bees, with Sean Longstaff dropping to the bench.

There's also a place on the bench for Miggy Almiron who is back in the squad ahead of schedule after picking up a thigh injury back in March.

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Here's what Newcastle United supporters had to say on the team news this afternoon:

@JohnPoulsonn said: "Gordon to score, toon 1-3. COME ON THE MAGGIES."

@LiamK1998_ said: "I’ve been wanting to see Gordon start tbh."

@agbnufc_ tweeted: "Gordon starting with something to prove I like it."

@RonGaines3113 tweeted: "Great to see Gordon starting! He can contribute so much!! Mon the lads!!"

@jat_0027 said: "Shame would’ve liked to see Gordon on the right with Anderson getting a start but it is what it is, I’m happy with the line-up."

@ToonMouthTyne said: "The movement in that front 3 should cause chaos today. The dynamism in midfield should also make it extremely difficult for Villa. What a tasty line-up."

@mygirlsmyworldx said: "Really pleased with this team and good to see some good options on the bench too with Miggy and Wilson."

@N__U__F__C tweeted: "Benching Longstaff to opt for the more attacking Willock/Gordon option whilst Villa have opted for 3CDMs. Could be an interesting match up!"

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