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:
17. Chelsea – 16 points (4th)
Chelsea were stunned by Brentford on Saturday. Despite the European champions taking the lead, they surprisingly lost 4-1 on their home patch. | IKIMAGES/AFP via Getty Images
18. Leeds United – 19 points (3rd)
Leeds took the lead against Southamptom at the weekend but were forced to settle for a point following James Ward-Prowse’s equaliser via a trademark free-kick. | Getty Images
19. Southampton – 23 points (2nd)
Dropping points has been a common theme under Ralph Hasenhutt - and this season is no different. | Getty Images
20. Newcastle United – 24 points (1st)
A staggering statistic after Newcastle’s 5-1 defeat at Spurs saw Howe’s side unwantedly jump to the top of the most points dropped in the division. | Getty Images