In 10 different matches this season, the Magpies have taken the lead and either been forced to settle for a draw or worse, lose completely.
That’s what happened at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Sunday afternoon as Antonio Conte’s men ran riot after half-time.
Fabian Schar’s free-kick on 38 minutes handed Eddie Howe’s side a shock lead but the hosts restored parity less than four minutes later.
Then, goals from Matt Doherty, Son Heung-min, Emerson Royal and Steven Bergwijn inflicted a heavy defeat on United, who remain nine points above the relegation zone.
So, just how many points have Newcastle dropped from winning positions this season, and how does their tally compare to other Premier League clubs?
NewcastleWorld takes a look and just as a pre-warning, the total is staggering:
9. Liverpool – 10 points (12th)
Jurgen Klopp’s title-chasing Reds haven’t dropped a single point since drawing 2-2 with Chelsea on January 2. | Liverpool FC via Getty Images
10. West Ham – 11 points (11th)
Everton equalised against West Ham on Sunday but David Moyes’ side managed to avoid dropping points following Jarrod Bowen’s winner. | Getty Images
11. Aston Villa – 11 points (10th)
The last time Villa grabbed the lead in a match and dropped points was a 2-1 defeat at Brentford on January 2. | Getty Images
12. Arsenal – 11 points (9th)
Arsenal, level on points with North London rivals Tottenham in the race for the top four, have dropped 11 points from winning positions. | Arsenal FC via Getty Images