BBC Sport's chief football writer, Phil McNulty, initially predicted Newcastle United to finish ninth in the 2024/25 Premier League season. However, after Newcastle's impressive start to the campaign, placing them third in the table, McNulty has been asked if he believes they are genuine Champions League contenders. He acknowledges their strong form and admits there is a chance for Newcastle to secure a top-four spot.
Submitting your details indicates your consent for The Mag to send you email marketing messages and process personal data. Please read ourSubmitting your details indicates your consent for The Mag to send you email marketing messages and process personal data. Please read ourThe BBC Sport main man has been asked to reassess the chances of Newcastle United making top four and qualifying for the Champions League this season.
However, in a Q and A session on Monday, Phil McNulty was asked the question after Newcastle’s win at Wolves put them third in the table on ten points from a possible twelve: ‘Do you believe Newcastle’s early season form, even without playing at their best, suggests they are strong Champions League contenders again this season?’“It has been an excellent start for Eddie Howe’s team and while I think the top three places will still be Manchester City, Arsenal and Liverpool , I do still think...
“The return of Sandro Tonali from suspension is also an upgrade for last season’s squad, when he missed most of the campaign.
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