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The three changes Newcastle supporters want to see amid Allan Saint-Maximin decision

Newcastle United fans would like to see Eddie Howe make three changes to the starting eleven for the trip to Fulham. Supporters have called for Sven Botman, Allan Saint-Maximin and Callum Wilson to come into the team as the Magpies look for their first Premier League win since the opening day.

Howe is facing a number of selection headaches ahead of Saturday's clash at Craven Cottage. Alexander Isak is not expected to feature after picking up a muscle injury while on international duty with Sweden, while Chris Wood hurt his rib during New Zealand's friendly defeat to Australia.

Bruno Guimaraes is in the matchday squad despite withdrawing from Brazil's World Cup warm-up fixtures, and Allan Saint-Maximin is 'close' to a return. Callum Wilson has declared himself fit, and Elliot Anderson has also trained having missed the home draw against Bournemouth.

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With a number of first-team stars in line for a comeback or considered a doubt, United fans have named their starting eleven for the away tie at Fulham. Nick Pope keeps his place in goal, and Botman replaces Fabian Schar in an otherwise unchanged defence.

Guimaraes is given the nod despite any lingering concerns over his fitness, and sits at the base in midfield along with Joelinton and Joe Willock. Wilson leads the line, and Saint-Maximin takes Ryan Fraser's place out on the left with Miguel Almiron continuing on the right.

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