Newcastle United’s hopes of qualifying for Europe are hanging by a thread after their 3-2 defeat at home to Everton on Saturday afternoon.
The Magpies have now lost three straight Premier League matches at St James’ Park for the first time under Eddie Howe, which has seen his team slide down the table.
Heading into the final 10 matches of the campaign, United sit 13th in the table, 12 points below the top five and seven points behind 7th.
Manchester United visit Tyneside on Wednesday night and they are yet to lose under interim boss Michael Carrick, who has six wins and one draw to his CV.
In a world where statistics dominate the football agenda, British gurus Opta have emerged as the leading stat geeks in an increasingly crowded field. An official Premier League partnership - as well as the internet explosion - saw them become a trusted source for everything you never needed to know about the beautiful game.
Opta have predicted how the 2025-26 Premier League table will finish:

9. AFC Bournemouth (12th)
Predicted points: 48-52. | Getty Images

10. Fulham (11th)
Predicted points: 50-54. | AFP via Getty Images

11. Crystal Palace (10th)
Predicted points: 52-56 points. | Getty Images

12. Tottenham Hotspur (9th)
Predicted points: 55-59. | Getty Images


