The experts do not believe Newcastle United will extend their unbeaten Premier League run this season. Manchester City arrive at St James’ Park on Sunday as the only other top-flight side yet to concede in 2022-23.
However, to say Newcastle are underdogs would be an understatement. The Magpies have won once in their last 29 league outings against the Citizens - a disastrous run stretching back to September 2005.
Even the most optimistic Toon fan will admit this weekend’s clash is as tough as it gets. A win on Sunday will require Newcastle to be at their best, City to be at their worst and a slice of good fortune along the way.