Rampant Newcastle United host Cardiff City at St. James’ Park later today as Rafa Benitez and Neil Warnock lock horns once more.
After winning every single game back in October, the Toon Army will be looking to extend their lead at the top of the Championship heading into the inevitably boring international break.
On paper, the Welsh side shouldn’t be too much of an issue, but life in the second-tier simply isn’t that straight forward.
In fact, life being a Newcastle United fan isn’t that straightforward.
Warnock’s recent installation as the Bluebirds’ manager certainly adds an extra degree of spice to proceedings, considering his history with Rafa Benitez.
The longer this winning run continues, the feeling that the weight of expectancy will be the major issue dogging the Toon Army will only develop further.
That’s the key to promotion – winning when you’re expected to.
Still, here are THREE stats to cheer you up before today’s game.
