A supercomputer has predicted an underwhelming campaign for Newcastle United this season. Despite nearly securing a top-half spot in 2021-22, analytical website FiveThirtyEight expects the Magpies to finish 13th in the Premier League.
The site claims all forecasts are based on “substantially revised” estimations - but Toon supporters are unlikely to agree. Astonishingly, Newcastle place behind Aston Villa, Crystal Palace and Brentford, all clubs who finished below Eddie Howe’s side last season.
Relegation is a fear Newcastle fans thought was foregone after securing top-flight survival in May. The £300million Saudi-backed takeover has supporters dreaming of European escapades and title charges in the coming years.
