Newcastle United have decided to start with Loic Remy and Shola Ameobi in attack as they welcome Norwich City in the Premier League this afternoon.

Alan Pardew has also decided to start with the midfield pairing of Yohan Cabaye and Cheick Tiote, while attacking support comes from Moussa Sissoko and Yoan Gouffran.

Fabricio Coloccini starts at the back, despite speculation linking him with a move away from the club. Newcastle's captain is partnered in central defence by Mike Williamson.

The visitors have retained the services of Leroy Fer and Gary Hooper, who are supported by midfielders Bradley Johnson and Jonny Howson going forward.

Newcastle United: Krul; Yanga-Mbiwa, Coloccini, Williamson, Santon; Sissoko, Cabaye, Tiote, Gouffran, S. Ameobi, Remy

Norwich City Ruddy; Martin, Turner, R Bennett, Olsson; Johnson, Fer, Howson; Redmond, Pilkington, Hooper