Former Manchester City striker Sergio Aguero says Newcastle United are surprising everyone this season but has warned it's a long season. It's testament to the work done by Eddie Howe and his coaching staff at St. James' Park.
In just one season, the Magpies head coach has transformed the Toon from relegation certainties into European contenders. Newcastle have surpassed any pre-season expectation having avoided a relegation battle last year.
The vast majority of supporters would have been happy with an improvement on last year, a top-half finish the minimum request. However, they've been able to reap the rewards of their 'we don’t demand a team that wins, we demand a club that tries' request.
