9. 2027/28: Lucky escape
The Mackems push their luck and could easily have dropped down to League One. Grayson is sacked and they just survive in 19th. Newcastle just miss the play-offs in 7th. Photo: Jan Kruger
10. 2028/29: Champions
Newcastle make their way back into the Premier League under Hughton, finishing the season as champions. Brendan Rodgers is the new Sunderland manager! He can only lead them into 8th though. Photo: Henry Browne