Newcastle United look to make it five home Premier League wins on the bounce for the first time since 2014 as the Magpies host Chelsea in the final match for both clubs before the World Cup break.
Eddie Howe's men extended their unbeaten run to nine matches in all competitions with a penalty shootout victory over Crystal Palace in the Carabao Cup and sit third in the table.
Chelsea were dumped out of the cup by Manchester City in midweek and sit seventh in the table, having gone winless in their last four top-flight matches .
This matchup has been dominated by the Blues as they have won four straight against Newcastle without conceding and are unbeaten in their last 19 visits to the North East.
Team news
A late decision will made on World Cup-bound striker Callum Wilson, who has been training away from the rest of the team due to illness. Manager Eddie Howe will assess his condition before naming his final team.
Joelinton is back following a ones match ban.
Paul Dummett, Ryan Fraser and Matt Ritchie are all out with calf injuries while Emil Krafth (knee) and Alexander Isak (thigh) are also sidelined.
Jorginho took part in training as the midfielder continues to recover from a foot issue and boss Graham Potter is hopeful to have him available for seletion.
Kepa Arrizabalaga (foot), Ben Chilwell (hamstring), Wesley Fofana (foot), Reece James (knee) and N'Golo Kante (hamstring) all remain out.
Likely line-ups
Newcastle United: Pope; Burn, Botman, Schär, Trippier; Willock, Guimarães, Longstaff; Murphy, Wilson, Almirón
Chelsea: Mendy; Cucurella, Silva, Chalobah, Azpilicueta; Kovacic, Loftus-Cheek; Mount, Havertz, Sterling; Aubameyang
Key players
Miguel Almiron (Newcastle United)
The Paraguayan was named Player of the Month for October after scoring six goals in five matches to lead the Magpies to their current position of third in the table.
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang (Chelsea)
As the lone striker up front, the former Arsenal man will be counted on to provide the attacking threat in the final third and his record against Newcastle is excellent, having been involved in nine goals in nine appearances against the Magpies.
Match facts
Where is the match being played?
Historic St. James' Park will host this key clash of top seven sides.
What time is the match?
Kick-off is set for 5:30pm BST.
How can I watch the match?
Sky Sports Premier League will have all of the action with live coverage.