The Magpies began 2019 with Rafa Benitez at the helm before his departure led to the appointment of Steve Bruce in July. Here, we take a look at United’s points tally in 2019 and compare the total to their current Premier League counterparts. Where did Steve Bruce’s side rank from 1-20? Click and scroll through the pages to find out:
9. Norwich City (11th) *includes Championship results - 1.44 points won per game
P41 W16 D11 L14 GD+3 = 59 points Photo: Stephen Pond
10. Aston Villa (12th) - 1.37 points won per game
P41 W16 D9 L16 GD+1 = 57 points Photo: Stu Forster
11. Everton (13th) - 1.37 points won per game
P38 W15 D7 L16 GD0 = 52 points Photo: Alex Livesey
12. Newcastle United (14th) - 1.37 points won per game
P38 W15 D7 L16 GD-4 = 52 points Photo: Ian MacNicol