Mike Ashley’s ownership took a new low after the departure of Rafa Benitez in the summer – resulting in supporters opting to stay away from St James’s Park. We take a look at how The Magpies’ average attendance so far compares to the rest of the top-fight. Click and scroll through the pages to see where they lie…
9. Wolverhampton Wanderers (12th)
Average attendance so far this season: 31,100 Photo: Catherine Ivill
10. Leicester City (11th)
Average attendance so far this season: 32,039 Photo: Matthew Lewis
11. Everton (10th)
Average attendance so far this season: 39,213 Photo: Stu Forster
12. Chelsea (9th)
Average attendance so far this season: 40,591 Photo: Mike Hewitt