Newcastle faces a pivotal Champions League match against Borussia Dortmund in Germany.

The outcome of this clash could shape the fate of both teams in Group F.

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Currently, Newcastle shares the same points as Dortmund but lags behind due to a recent loss at St. James' Park.

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An away victory could catapult Eddie Howe's squad into the top two positions, edging them closer to the knockout stages.

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Paris Saint-Germain leads the group with six points, two more than Newcastle. They take on AC Milan in the evening's other match.

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However, Eddie Howe faces a challenge in securing victory against Dortmund, with key players like Dan Burn, Matt Targett, and Jacob Murphy sidelined due to injuries.

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Sandro Tonali is also unavailable, serving a 10-month suspension.

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