Newcastle United are gearing up for arguably their most exciting campaign in our lifetimes. Not only is a Champions League odyssey on the horizon, but the Magpies are aiming to defend their Carabao Cup crown.
Eddie Howe’s men are no longer the hunters - they have become the hunted. Entering a season as “champions” of a domestic cup is a strange feeling for any Toon fan under the age of 80.
Supporters will also hope there are new arrivals to cheer on, although the Magpies are yet to make a breakthrough in the transfer market. An AI-powered supercomputer has predicted how Newcastle will fare will the added European demands next season.
Happy with the result? Take a look for yourself - there are also interesting findings for Leeds United, Sunderland as well the Premier League title race.
A look at how the supercomputer expects the 2025/26 Premier League season to play out.
1. Supercomputer predicts 2025/26 Premier League table
A look at how the supercomputer expects the 2025/26 Premier League season to play out. | George Wood/Getty Images
Predicted points: 82
2. 1. Liverpool
Predicted points: 82 | Liverpool FC/Liverpool FC via Getty Images
Predicted points: 79
3. 2. Manchester City
Predicted points: 79 | David Ramos/Getty Images
Predicted points: 72
4. 3. Arsenal
Predicted points: 72 | Mike Hewitt/Getty Images