Defeats to Everton and Chelsea soured what was a very productive two months at Newcastle.
Their nine-game unbeaten run was cruelly ended at Stamford Bridge before a late Alex Iwobi goal secured three-points for the Toffees last time out.
The team have now jetted off to Dubai to enjoy a warm weather training camp and will come back aiming to seal their Premier League survival.
Eddie Howe’s side have just nine games of the season left to secure their Premier League status - with huge games against Norwich City and Burnley to come before the close of play on another top-flight season.
Here, we take a look at how the supercomputer, courtesy of FiveThirtyEight, rates Newcastle United’s chances of survival this season and how the Premier League table will look when it comes to its conclusion on May 22.
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9. Leicester City
The Foxes had small relegation worries earlier this season, however, they have dissipated and a mid-table finish is being forecast for them this season. Predicted finish: 9th - Predicted points: 51 (-5 GD) - Chances of qualifying for the Champions League: Photo: Marc Atkins
10. Aston Villa
The supercomputer is predicting that Steven Gerrard’s side will just secure themselves a top-half finish this season. Predicted finish: 10th - Predicted points: 49 (+1 GD) - Chances of qualifying for the Champions League: Photo: Michael Regan
11. Crystal Palace
The Eagles have a FA Cup semi-final to look forward to and their Premier League safety is all but secured according to the supercomputer. Predicted finish: 11th - Predicted points: 47 (+1 GD) - Chances of qualifying for the Champions League: Photo: Christopher Lee
12. Southampton
Southampton have lost three league games on the spin, however, they shouldn’t be worrying about relegation this season. Predicted finish: 12th - Predicted points: 45 (-13 GD) - Chances of qualifying for the Champions League: Photo: Justin Setterfield