Only Leicester City have not yet passed the 30-game mark in the Premier League, meaning the season has reached the stage when form has never been as important as it currently is. Newcastle United have enjoyed a resurgence under the guidance of Eddie Howe, although did recently fall to three consecutive league defeats.
Fortunately for the St James' Park faithful, they bounced back with a 1-0 win over Wolves and have a healthy 10-point lead over 18th-placed Burnley. Relegation remains a mathematical possibility but the Magpies are well-placed to avoid a return to the Championship.
There is still all to play for at the bottom as not a single club has already had their fate sealed. Norwich City, Watford and Burnley currently occupy the bottom three but Everton and Leeds United are not safe yet and are hovering just above the relegation zone in 17th and 16th respectively.
