Newcastle United will treat their Carabao Cup final build-up in a similar way to a normal Premier League game.
The Magpies have resisted the temptation to head south earlier and train at an alternative venue and will set off on the eve of the match in the capital. The club's team bus is set to be emblazoned with new crests for the transfer to Wembley but the squad will not be getting measured for suits and have opted against a visit to the tailors ahead of the big day.
Howe, speaking at the club's media day, said: "We're keen to get the majority of the work done that's not focused on the game (media interviews) so I can focus on the football and the tactical side.
