Newcastle United boss Eddie Howe has ALREADY branded April as a "big month" for his European chasing Magpies.
United will get back to work this week in Dubai at the Nad Al Sheba Sports Complex before facing what will be a decisive month and period of the season in the Premier League. It remains to be seen how many points are needed to snatch a coveted top four place in the Prem this term, but if 71 is a ballpark figure - which Spurs have needed twice in the last three seasons - Newcastle still require eight victories from their last 12 matches.
Granted, Newcastle are currently grappling with a Spurs team that are hurtling into a meltdown under Antonio Conte and the tally needed in 2023 could be less. But regardless of the numbers game, Newcastle have an opportunity in April to close in on their first top four finish since 2003 with seven massive games.
