The Whites have a solid recent record against the Magpies, and should be confident of picking up the three points against a side who once again failed to invest in quality new signings last summer.
Speaking ahead of the game, Whites ace Stuart Dallas reflected on the 'second season syndrome' tag that has threatened to follow the side, as it did Sheffield United last season. He said: “People tend to say that (the second season after promotion is tougher than the first) but it doesn’t have to be.
“A lot of people say that. It’s easy to say that now, looking after four games we’ve got two points, it’s easy for people to say that the second season’s always difficult.
“We’ve had a tough start to the season, there’s no getting away from that. We’ve got to start turning our performances into wins and hopefully that’ll start next Friday at Newcastle.”
Focusing on last weekend's 3-0 loss to Liverpool, he said: "Of course a heavy defeat is never good, it’s important that we use the performance.”
“We won’t change but we’ve got to be better at what we do. We’ve got to try and improve and be better. We can learn a lot from this, we can, but at the minute we’re really really disappointed with the result.”
Take a look at the latest news round-up from the Premier League, as the build-up to the weekend's action begins:
1. Howe holding out for Saints job
Ex-Bournemouth boss Eddie Howe snubbed the Celtic job as he's waiting for the Southampton hot seat to become available, according to reports. The Saints, who are managed by Ralph Hasenhuttl, are still without a league win this season. (Football Insider) Photo: CLIVE BRUNSKILL
2. Wesley hits out at Mee over 2020 tackle
Aston Villa striker Wesley Moraes has slammed Burnley's Ben Mee, claiming he failed to apologise for the tackle that ruled him out for 15 months back in January 2020. However, he's also revealed he has moved on from the incident, and is focused on the future. (Sport Witness) Photo: Jan Kruger
3. Hammers set hefty asking price for Rice
West Ham United are said to have slapped a £100m asking price tag on midfield star Declan Rice, as they look to put off interested parties Chelsea and Man City. He played a key role in England's push to the final of Euro 2020. (Football.London) Photo: Eddie Keogh
4. Seagulls ace keen for long-term stay
Brighton's rising star Alexis Mac Allister has revealed he's no intention of leaving the club any time soon, claiming he loves the city intends to remain there for "a few years". (My Albion TV) Photo: GLYN KIRK
5. Cahill reveals Premier League snubs
Bournemouth defender Gary Cahill has revealed he turned down a number of Premier League club. He claims that having already won the Premier League title, he was keen for a new challenge in the Championship. Newcastle were at one stage favourites to sign the ex-Chelsea man. (Sky Sports) Photo: JUSTIN TALLIS
6. Toffees join race for Ramsay
Everton have been tipped to make a move for Aberdeen full-back Calvin Ramsay, amid interest from the likes of Southampton and Leicester City. He made his debut for Scotland U21's side last week, and has been tipped as a star for the future. (Scottish Sun) Photo: Mark Runnacles