Newcastle United have been one of the standout performers in the Premier League this season and have surpassed any pre-season expectations. The Magpies have a Carabao Cup Final later this month and are flying high at the top end of the division, unbeaten in the league since August 31.
It's been a dramatic turnaround under Eddie Howe's tenure, from relegation certainties to European contenders. There had been plenty of question marks raised over the Magpies ability to continue their impressive start to the season after domestic football was paused for the winter World Cup in Qatar.
However, Newcastle have responded well to that challenge and are unbeaten since the Premier League restarted, having played seven games since Christmas. While their record this season has been impressive, taking points from the likes of Manchester City, Arsenal, Tottenham, Chelsea and alike, they have struggled to convert draws into wins in recent weeks.
