Newcastle United vs. Southampton: Opposition threat

By Marc Walker | Mar 9, 2018

NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 11: Rafael Benitez, Manager of Newcastle United looks on prior to the Premier League match between Newcastle United and Manchester United at St. James Park on February 11, 2018 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. (Photo by Mark Runnacles/Getty Images) /

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After a lacklustre performance last weekend against Stoke City, bringing three points back from the trip north would give some relief for the players and fans ahead of the FA Cup quarter-final clash with Wigan.

The Saints are unbeaten in their last seven Premier League matches against Newcastle in a run that dates back to the 2012/13 season, and have been notably more comfortable playing on their travels this campaign.

Mauricio Pellegrino’s side are unbeaten in four away games, whilst hosts Newcastle are unbeaten in their last four home matches. The sides are separated by just one place and one point, so a win for either side would clearly give a psychological advantage.

Newcastle do have players who can hurt opponents, and who can turn the game in their favour despite a lowly league position at this time. Here are three key threats for Saints to be wary of: