We'll have live commentary of the match on nufcTV. The Magpies are in fine form ahead of the match at St. James' Park, but Ipswich boast one of the meanest defences in the division and were 2-0 winners against Burton in midweek.

The Magpies are in fine form ahead of the match at St. James' Park, but Ipswich boast one of the meanest defences in the division and were 2-0 winners against Burton in midweek.Kick-off on Saturday is at 3pm and the match will not be televised. However, former United favourite John Anderson will join BBC Newcastle's Mick Lowes behind the microphone from 2pm and there will also be exclusive post-match reaction to follow.

Kick-off on Saturday is at 3pm and the match will not be televised. However, former United favourite John Anderson will join BBC Newcastle's Mick Lowes behind the microphone from 2pm and there will also be exclusive post-match reaction to follow.

Adcock to referee game
James Adcock will referee the match against Ipswich Town on Saturday.

He qualified as a referee in 2000, aged 16, and is following in the footsteps of his father, David, who also officiated in the Football League.

Adcock has now refereed more than 150 league matches, but this will be his first involving Newcastle.

So far this season, he has taken charge of 12 games in all competitions, showing 32 yellow cards and one red.

On Saturday, Adcock will be assisted by Tony Peart and Nick Hopton. The fourth official will be Darren Handley.