Eddie Howe’s side hit the 40-point mark after beating Crystal Palace 1-0 on Wednesday night and in the process moved up to 11th in the table.
Nine wins from 14 matches in 2022 - which includes a current run of six consecutive home wins - has seen the Magpies surge towards safety.
That form has been bettered only by title-chasing Liverpool, which has put United on the cusp of the top 10.
Seeking a fourth successive victory, Newcastle head to Carrow Road, a ground they haven’t won at since 1994.
Dean Smith’s men sit bottom of the table but Howe is still expecting a tough game.
He said: “You look back at their last two fixtures. They went to Old Trafford and played very, very well - they were really unfortunate not to get something from that game.
“The game before that was against Burnley and they were excellent. It’s difficult when you’re reviewing the game digitally to sample the atmosphere but it seemed like it was an intense game. The crowd there always gets behind their team. We have to be prepared for that.
“We have to be mentally right, I think that’s our biggest challenge after last week.”
Howe has already hinted at changes with this being his side’s third game in six days. Here’s the Newcastle United starting XI we’re predicting:
5. LB: Matt Targett
The left-back has barely put a foot wrong following his January loan move from Aston Villa. Targett is keen to stay permanently, and that feeling is shared by the Newcastle fanbase. Photo: Naomi Baker
6. CM: Joe Willock (in for Joelinton)
Has been used as an impact sub in recent games, supplying the cross for Bruno’s late winner against Leicester. To be fair to Joelinton, he has looked tired recently, and that’s understandable given the huge shift he puts in midfield. Photo: Ian MacNicol
7. CM: Jonjo Shelvey
Shelvey has been brilliant for Newcastle all-season. It’s perhaps no coincidence that his teammates have failed to win without him this campaign. Photo: Naomi Baker
8. CM: Bruno Guimaraes
Where to start with Bruno? He’s ran himself into the ground in recent games and showed quality above everyone else. Newcastle fans just want to see more and more from the £35m Brazilian. Photo: George Wood