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Leeds United supporters' XI for Newcastle United amid Weston McKennie and Patrick Bamford calls

Leeds United fans would like to see Sam Allardyce make three changes to the starting eleven for the upcoming clash with Newcastle United. The interim Whites boss will make his debut in the home dugout at Elland Road on Saturday lunchtime, with the team sat two points adrift of safety with three matches remaining.

Allardyce was presented with the daunting test of leading out the team for his first match in charge away at defending champions Manchester City. The ex-England boss made several bold calls including dropping Ilan Meslier, and the Whites came close to nicking a point but ultimately succumbed to a 2-1 defeat at the Etihad.

Allardyce's first home assignment is not much easier, with high-flying Newcastle United looking to cement a top-four spot. Both sides are in desperate need of the victory, and supporters would like to see the Leeds interim boss name an attacking lineup.

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Joel Robles keeps his place in goal, with Robin Koch taking the place of Rasmus Kristensen to partner Max Wober in the heart of defence. Luke Ayling and Junior Firpo keep their places at full-back, with Adam Forshaw joined by Marc Roca in a two-man midfield.

It means Weston McKennie drops out of the starting eleven, with Crysencio Summerville coming into the fold as a winger along with Jack Harrison. Wilfried Gnonto starts up front alongside Rodrigo, meaning Patrick Bamford would have to settle for a place on the bench.

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