Ayear ago, Newcastle United were struggling to pick up points and were rooted at the bottom of the table. But with the Saudi takeover coupled with fighting spirit the Magpies could now play in the UEFA Champions League next season!

Newcastle United beat Tottenham Hotspur 2-1 in London on Sunday. The win took the Magpies into the Premier League's top four spots in the standings. The Magpies have lost just 1 out of their 12 Premier League games this season. With 5 wins and 6 draws, they now have 21 points, just 2 short of third placed Tottenham Hotspur.

When the new Saudi Arabia based owners took over Newcastle United last year, they were clear in their expectations to bring European nights to St. James' Park. However, no one would hava thought that the dream would be achieved the very next season.

Yes, Newcastle United have made quite a few quality signings in the last two transfer windows. But the club failed to attract any "world class" talents as social media sites had predicted. But with Eddie Howe guiding a seemingly determined side, Champions League football looks very likely for the Tyneside club.

Fellow European challengers Liverpool, Man United, Chelsea, West Ham, and Leicester City are all struggling for form. Hence, Newcastle can realistically finish in the Champions League spots if they continue to pick up wins and maintain their unbeaten streak.

Even if the Magpies miss out on the UCL, finishing in the Europa League or the Conference League spots would still be a step in the right direction for the four-time English league champions.