Newcastle United are in the top four of the Premier League at this stage of the season for the first time in over 10 years following Sunday's win at Tottenham. The 2-1 victory moved the Magpies above Chelsea and Manchester United to occupy a place among the coveted Champions League spots.
Newcastle sat fourth in the top flight after 12 games back in 2011 before finishing the season in fifth under Alan Pardew. This time around, there is already talk that Eddie Howe's side could emulate that feat in just a few months.
While Howe himself is playing down talk of a European finish, one defeat in 12 games makes Newcastle one of the most in-form teams in the division. The north east outfit are snatching points from the usual big six and proving they can match almost any side this season.
