Alan Shearer has joked he is not as 'stupid' as Gary Lineker after being asked whether he would present in his underpants if Newcastle United pull off an unlikely Premier League triumph. The Match of the Day host famously presented the highlights show in his briefs following Leicester City's fairytale success in the 2015-16 season.
Newcastle temporarily moved into second position after earning a convincing Boxing Day victory at Leicester City. Manchester City reclaimed the position with a 3-1 win at Leeds United on Wednesday night, and league leaders Arsenal hold a seven-point lead and a game in hand over the Magpies.
However, a sensational run of eight victories in their last nine Premier League matches from Eddie Howe's side has led to talk of a title challenge. Brendan Rodgers has backed Newcastle to be in the mix come the end of the season, provided the Magpies strengthen again in the January transfer window.
