The Premier League fixture list is out and Newcastle United supporters are happy with their lot. There are no real “death spells” for Eddie Howe’s men throughout 2024-25 - a reality that has not always been the case.
Southampton are up first at St James’ Park - the de facto lowest-ranked club in the division given they were promoted as Championship play-off winners. Newcastle are looking to rediscover their post-takeover buzz after an underwhelming campaign last time out.
Seventh spot was not enough to earn European football - unlike the previous two seasons. Manchester United stunning Manchester City in the FA Cup final robbed the Magpies of their Conference League spot.
It feels like a make-or-break season for Newcastle and Howe, with the PIF-led regime looking to make inroads on their quest for global domination. Here is how a recent supercomputer predicted the Magpies to get on next year.
1. 20. Leicester City
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2. 19. Southampton
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3. 18. Nottingham Forest
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4. 17. Ipswich Town
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