A 2-1 defeat to Wolves yesterday leaves Steve Bruce’s side in the relegation zone.
Newcastle fans have come accustomed to slow starts in the Premier League, but how does their disappointing start to this season compare to their 27 previous seasons?
Here, we have ranked how Newcastle have fared in their opening seven Premier League games since their inaugural campaign in 1993/94.
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13. 2002/03 - 10 points - 10th position
Even after just seven games, Newcastle’s outside title hopes looked all but over as they sat 10 points behind then-leaders Arsenal. (Photo by Ross Kinnaird/Getty Images) Photo: Ross Kinnaird
14. 2013/14 - 10 points - 11th position
Victories over Fulham, Aston Villa and Cardiff and an entertaining 2-2 draw with Liverpool, as well as a goalless draw with West Ham, helped lift Newcastle into mid-table after seven games. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images) Photo: Julian Finney
15. 2012/13 - 9 points - 10th position
Newcastle had to balance domestic and European football this season. Their great run in Europe did mean their league form suffered however. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images) Photo: Michael Regan
16. 1993/94 - 9 points - 13th position
Newcastle’s first taste of Premier League football found them in mid-table after seven games as Kevin Keegan got used to life as a manager in England’s top-flight. (Photo by Simon Bruty/Getty Images) Photo: Simon Bruty