Ahead of the Premier League's weekend action, Sportsmail will be providing you with team news, betting odds and Opta stats. Here is all you need to know as Newcastle welcome Bournemouth.
Newcastle United vs Bournemouth (St James's Park)
Team news
Newcastle United
Midfielder Mikel Merino is out of Newcastle's Premier League clash with Bournemouth because of a back injury.
Manager Rafael Benitez has admitted the player will be sidelined for 'a couple of weeks at least' and will not join up with Spain's Under-21s during the forthcoming international break.