Newcastle United's woeful position in the Premier League possession table - compared to West Ham and Wolves
Under Steve Bruce, Magpies fans have become used to seeing their side averaging low possession, which became increasingly noticeable during the club’s 11-match winless streak this term.
However in recent weeks, just as assistant coach Graeme Jones arrived, Newcastle seem to be playing more of the frontfoot as they aim to steer away from the relegation picture.
Courtesy of data from scouting experts Wyscout, we’ve looked at each top-flight club’s possession stats, ranking them in order to form a ‘possession table’.
United’s position is woeful – but also not surprising given how the season has panned out so far:
1. 1st - Manchester City - 64%
The Premier League leaders also lead the way in the possession charts. Unlike last season, they’re certainly making it count. Photo: MICHAEL REGAN
2. 2nd - Liverpool - 62.4%
While possession is still high for Liverpool, they’ve been struggling for goals of late with just eight in nine games - very unlike Jurgen Klopp’s side. Photo: SHAUN BOTTERILL
3. 3rd - Chelsea 59.9%
This figure could change over the next few months as new boss Thomas Tuchel looks to implement his own way of playing. Photo: CLIVE ROSE
4. 4th - Leeds United - 59.8%
Bielsaball at its finest as Leeds continue to attract plenty of admirers for their style of play under the Argentine head coach. Photo: TIM KEETON