Squandering chances could, along with a glut of goals from set-pieces, be replicated in the Premier League when it returns, and sides who've been ruthless in front of goal throughout the season so far are likely to have an upper hand over those who've struggled. Here's a look at how Newcastle United and the rest of the the top tier rank in terms of their shots-to-goals ratio this season, with stats sourced from Transfermarkt.

5. Spurs - 22.4%
Total shots at goal: 210. Total goals: 47. Highest proportion of team goals: Harry Kane (23.4%). | Getty Images Photo: Shaun Botterill

6. Manchester City - 19.3%
Total shots at goal: 353. Total goals: 68. Highest proportion of team goals: Sergio Aguero (23.5%). | Getty Images Photo: Clive Mason

7. Burnley - 19.2%
Total shots at goal: 177. Total goals: 34. Highest proportion of team goals: Chris Wood (32.4%). | Getty Images Photo: Gareth Copley

8. Brighton & Hove Albion - 18.2%
Total shots at goal: 176. Total goals: 32. Highest proportion of team goals: Neal Maupay (25%). | Getty Images Photo: Jordan Mansfield

