In Eddie Howe’s first game in charge, the 43-year-old could certainly do with the perfect start to life as Magpies head coach.
But as well as dealing with United’s current league record of no wins in 11 matches, new research from bettingexpert highlights the club’s struggles immediately after the international break.
See how Newcastle’s dismal record compares to their top-flight rivals (includes teams in Premier League since 18/19 season):
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. Newcastle United's newly appointed manager, Eddie Howe poses with a team shirt on the pitch at their St James' Park ground in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, north east England on November 10, 2021. - Howe, 43, takes charge of a side languishing second from bottom of the Premier League, five points from safety, and without a win all season. He replaces Steve Bruce, who left the club by "mutual consent" on October 20, two weeks after the Saudi-led takeover propelled the club into the ranks of the super-rich. (Photo by SCOTT HEPPELL / AFP) (Photo by SCOTT HEPPELL/AFP via Getty Images)
Newcastle United head coach Eddie Howe. (Photo by SCOTT HEPPELL/AFP via Getty Images) Photo: SCOTT HEPPELL
