Manchester United are closer to winning the Premier League than Newcastle United, believes former Old Trafford goalkeeper Tim Howard.
The two clubs are battling for a spot in the top four and Champions League football next term. Both recorded midweek wins as the Magpies won 5-1 at West Ham while Erik ten Hag's edged past Brentford 1-0.
It means the pair are locked together on 53 points, with Eddie Howe's side in third ahead of United on goal difference. Both teams will be able to take positive from progressive seasons, even if the gap to leading pair Arsenal and Manchester City remains vast.