Chris Sutton states what Eddie Howe ‘will’ do as he predicts Newcastle United vs Bromley

Add as preferred source on Google

Newcastle United begin another cup adventure on Sunday, as they face Bromley in the FA Cup third round.

The Magpies are in red hot form, having won seven games in a row. That includes a hat-trick of wins on the road against Manchester United, Tottenham Hotspur and Arsenal.

Newcastle United beat Arsenal on Tuesday in the Carabao Cup, as they begin to dream about the final at Wembley in March.

But now they must focus on the FA Cup, and the potential banana skin that is a third round tie against a team from League Two.

The Magpies will face Bromley on Sunday, who are managed by former Newcastle United goalkeeping coach Andy Woodman. His side are massive underdogs for this game at St James’ Park.

Chris Sutton predicts Newcastle United vs Bromely

And that is why Chris Sutton, in his latest BBC Sport column, has predicted that Newcastle United will win comfortably against Bromley.

“It is a long way from Bromley to Newcastle but this is a great tie for them, even if they are going to end up being beaten,” he said.

“Newcastle have won seven in a row in all competitions now and while Isak and Anthony Gordon are understandably getting a lot of attention, I’ve been really impressed by Jacob Murphy

“Eddie Howe will make lots of changes but I don’t see it making any difference.”

Sutton’s prediction: Newcastle United 3 Bromley 0

Newcastle United changes expected

As Sutton says, it feels almost certain that Eddie Howe will make plenty of changes to his starting XI.

The Newcastle United manager has barely rotated his side during this incredible run, but the game against Bromley is an opportunity to give some fringe players decent minutes.

That should include Harvey Barnes, who has not started since Newcastle’s defeat to Brentford. There should also be a first start of the season for Lewis Miley, as well as an opportunity for Lloyd Kelly.

It remains to be seen if any young players like Trevan Sanusi will get the chance to feature. In truth, it would come as a surprise, despite their immense potential.

The Magpies have no more suspension concerns. Bruno Guimaraes will be available after missing Tuesday’s win over Arsenal, while Fabian Schar could also return after being banned for Newcastle’s previous two fixtures.

In terms of injuries, Emil Krafth, Jamaal Lascelles and Callum Wilson remain absent.