Newcastle United returned to winning ways this weekend when they defeated Wolves 3-0 at St James’ Park.
Goals from Alexander Isak and a late deflected Miguel Almiron effort gave Newcastle just their second league win of the calendar year and moved them into 5th place in the table, leapfrogging Liverpool in the process.
Their stunning early season form has put them right in the mix for a European place this season, but will the Magpies be able to sustain their push for a return to continental competition?
Here, we take a look at the latest supercomputer predictions courtesy of FiveThirtyEight to see where Newcastle United have been predicted to finish in the 2022/23 Premier League table.
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. NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, ENGLAND - MARCH 12: Alexander Isak of Newcastle celebrates after scoring his sides first goal during the Premier League match between Newcastle United and Wolverhampton Wanderers at St. James Park on March 12, 2023 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. (Photo by Naomi Baker/Getty Images)
The supercomputer believes Newcastle United will be in the middle of a stunning battle for the Champions League this season (Photo by Naomi Baker/Getty Images) Photo: Naomi Baker
. 20) Southampton
Predicted finish = 20th, predicted points = 34 (-28 GD), chances of relegation = 59% Photo: Catherine Ivill
. 19) Nottingham Forest
Predicted finish = 19th, predicted points = 36 (-37 GD), chances of relegation = 50% Photo: Catherine Ivill
. 18) AFC Bournemouth
Predicted finish = 18th, predicted points = 36 (-33 GD), chances of relegation = 46% Photo: Luke Walker
. 17) Everton
Predicted finish = 17th, predicted points = 36 (-25 GD), chances of relegation = 47% Photo: Naomi Baker
. 16) Leeds United
Predicted finish = 16th, predicted points = 37 (-15 GD), chances of relegation = 31% Photo: George Wood
. 15) Wolves
Predicted finish = 15th, predicted points = 39 (-21 GD), chances of relegation = 19% Photo: Michael Regan
1. 20) Southampton
Predicted finish = 20th, predicted points = 33 (-29 GD), chances of relegation = 67% Photo: Catherine Ivill
2. 19) Nottingham Forest
Predicted finish = 19th, predicted points = 35 (-38 GD), chances of relegation = 57% Photo: Catherine Ivill
3. 18) AFC Bournemouth
Predicted finish = 18th, predicted points = 35 (-36 GD), chances of relegation = 54% Photo: Luke Walker
4. 17) Everton
Predicted finish = 17th, predicted points = 36 (-24 GD), chances of relegation = 40% Photo: Naomi Baker