The Premier League’s mid-table sides continue to thwart each other, with Bournemouth’s 1-0 win against Fulham on Monday ending the spell of form that saw Andoni Iraola’s side fall out of contention for the top five, and simultaneously all but end Fulham’s faint hopes of qualifying for next season’s Champions League.

Newcastle thrashed Crystal Palace 5-0 Wednesday for its second big win in four days and climbed to third place in the Premier League. Four of the goals came in the first half at St. James’ Park, through Jacob Murphy,

Newcastle United are being backed to take a massive step towards Champions League qualification this weekend. The Geordies head to Villa Park for a crunch-clash with Aston Villa at the top of the table.