Two games. Four points. Not many expected Newcastle United to make a bright start to the new Premier League season following a summer of major change.
Bruno Guimaraes, Sandro Tonali and Anthony Gordon have gone, and so too has Eddie Howe. But under Matthias Jaissle, a young Magpies squad are threatening to prove their doubters wrong,
United were seconds away from beating Liverpool on the opening day but a late Dominik Szoboszlai penalty forced them to settle for a point. But there was no denying Jaissle’s side at Tottenham Hotspur on Saturday evening as second-half goals from Anthony Elanga and Yoane Wissa clinched a 2-0 victory.
Two down, 36 matches to go. Where will Newcastle end up this season? Premier League data experts Opta have predicted how the 2026-27 table will finish. Take a look below:
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5. Lewis Hall - 8
Prevented a certain goal for Pedro Porro in the 17th minute. Blocked several crosses and remained an outlet going forward. | Getty Images
6. Nico Gonzalez - 8
A conductor in the middle. Pinged 60-yard passes for fun. Will be an integral player for NUFC this season. | Getty Images
7. Lewis Miley - 7
Was a bit off the pace in the first half but certainly grew into it. | Getty Images
8. Anthony Elanga - 7.5
Caught on his heels often, but not for his goal. Took it superbly. Two goals in two Premier League games. His confidence is building. | Getty Images