Anthony Gordon's return from suspension will be a huge boost for Newcastle United when they host Arsenal this weekend, manager Eddie Howe said as his side seek their second victory in the Premier League this season.

Gordon was sent off for a rash tackle in last month's 3-2 Premier League defeat by Liverpool at home and the England international, who had nine goals and seven assists in all competitions last season, missed the last three league games.

Gordon returned to action in Newcastle's midweek 4-1 victory over Bradford City in the League Cup but Howe's 13th-placed side face a test when they welcome second-placed Arsenal at St James' Park.

NEWCASTLE STRUGGLE FOR GOALS

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