Newcastle face Huddersfield at the weekend in what some say is a must-win clash for the Magpies as they look to avoid relegation.
The Terries are surely resigned to their fate already – and Rafa Benitez’s side may have gotten themselves on the right track just in time.
Benitez’s experimentation with a 5-4-1 has seen the standard of performances from the St James’ Park outfit sky-rocket in recent weeks, with a shock win over Manchester City epitomising their improvement.
The January arrivals of Miguel Almiron and Antonio Barreca significantly boost the Magpies’ chances of securing Premier League football for another season and as Matt Ritchie said, they know that getting a point if they cannot get all three at this stage of the season is vital.
Every player will have to be on top form and step up in the coming months.