Newcastle's Rush for World Domination

Newcastle United's Saudi owners have big ambitions for the club, but manager Eddie Howe is under pressure to keep the season from falling apart. Co-owner Mehrdad Ghodoussi has likened Howe to legendary manager Sir Alex Ferguson, but Howe needs to prove himself and avoid the "nearly-man" tag.

A Battle to Stop the Slide

Newcastle's season is at risk of falling apart after their recent elimination from Europe by AC Milan. Despite injuries and fatigue, Howe must show his ambitious owners that he can take the team to the next level.

Potential Banana Skins

Newcastle's first challenge comes from in-form Fulham, and a loss could mean four straight defeats for the team. The pressure is on Howe to bounce back and avoid a January slump.

Reasons for Positivity

While the pressure is on, there are still reasons for optimism. Newcastle has a chance to reach the Carabao Cup semi-finals, and a positive result against Chelsea could boost morale.

A Defining January

Newcastle's fate in January will be crucial both on and off the pitch. Tough fixtures against Liverpool and Manchester City, as well as a derby against Sunderland in the FA Cup, will test Howe's ability to handle pressure.

Treatment Room Progress

The return of injured players and the potential for new signings in January could give Newcastle a boost. Backup goalkeeper Martin Dubravka has struggled, and the team is eyeing Manchester City's Kalvin Phillips to strengthen the midfield.

Time to Bring Back the Feel-Good Factor

Despite recent defeats, Howe's job is not immediately at risk thanks to the club's wealthy owners. However, he must quickly restore the team's positive momentum to secure his position at the helm.