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Newcastle United boss Eddie Howe explains why Dan Burn was left out of starting line up at Everton

Newcastle United boss Eddie Howe saw his team selection justified as he brought Matt Targett into the starting line-up for the first time this year.

The former Aston Villa star got a positive 68 minutes under his belt and had a hand in the opening goal in the 4-1 thrashing of Everton at Goodison Park. Howe though has revealed that Dan Burn wasn't dropped and rested after suffering with an illness.

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