Ian Wright expects Newcastle United’s form to improve once their Carabao Cup fate has been decided. A notable drop-off has taken place on Tyneside, with the Magpies winning just one league game in 2023.
On the other hand, Newcastle dismantled Leicester City and Southampton in the cup to book their place at Wembley this weekend. Supporters and pundits have put two and two together, citing the magnitude - and rarity - of a final has caused a distraction on the league front.
Social media focus centred around tickets, hotels and accommodation while Eddie Howe prepared for three Premier League clashes. In truth, talk has stretched beyond that as some optimistic fans made arrangements after the quarter-final stage.
