Newcastle have a tough fixture against Sheffield United tonight, an away game at Bramall Lane is always physical and Newcastle will have to match their oppositions efforts if they are to gain anything from the game.
The Toon could return to the top of the Championship tonight with a victory, whilst a draw would put them level on points with West Brom, who have a higher goal difference after the Albion demolished Watford 5-0 over the weekend.
Tonight's game is also the first for Chris Hughton as full-time manager, after owner Mike Ashley gave him the permanent position because he failed to sell the club. Hughton has done remarkably well so far this season as caretaker, he has been able to unite his players and get them performing as a team.
Many people would have loved for Alan Shearer to take over as manager at the start of the season, however after months of speculation it never occurred and so Hughton went on quietly to do a dignified job. Whether the ex-Spurs coach has the ability to lead Newcastle to promotion is on most people's minds, but he is now responsible for results, starting with tonight.
The Blades are faltering at the bottom half of the table but with Newcastle's recent poor away form, they will fancy their chances, so it is shaping up to be an interesting encounter on Sky.
What do you think the result will be?
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