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…
17. Tottenham Hotspur (4th)
Average attendance so far this season: 59,607 Photo: Alex Broadway
18. West Ham United (3rd)
Average attendance so far this season: 59,908 Photo: Marc Atkins
19. Arsenal (2nd)
Average attendance so far this season: 60,322 Photo: Alex Morton
20. Manchester United (1st)
Average attendance so far this season: 73,542 Photo: Alex Livesey