Newcastle can give fans early Christmas present of three points against Fulham

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Fulham are still waiting for their first clean sheet since being promoted to the Premier League and their defensive problems show no signs of abating since the appointment of Claudio Ranieri.

Ranieri started well with a victory over Southampton, but they still conceded twice in winning 3-2 and have since shipped at least two goals against Chelsea, Manchester United and most recently at home to West Ham.

Newcastle do not possess bundles of firepower but that may not matter against a defence that is in such bad shape.

The Magpies have picked up since the start of November and should give their supporters an early Christmas present.

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1pt 21-20 Betway

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Team news
Newcastle
Defender DeAndre Yedlin is back from suspension while Federico Fernandez is fit again. Jonjo Shelvey remains sidelined.

Fulham
Frank Anguissa is still out while Ryan Sessegnon is nearing a return for the Whites.

Key stat
Newcastle have collected 13 Premier League points since the beginning of November.

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