We’re excited – Eddie Howe says Newcastle are not fearful of top-four battle

ENCOURAGEMENT: Newcastle boss Eddie Howe has encouraged his players to embrace the challenge of securing Champions League football. Pic: Bradley Collyer/PA

Eddie Howe is confident his Newcastle players will not be daunted by the challenge of securing Champions League qualification as the season draws to a close.

The Magpies have four games in which to cement a top-four Premier League finish as they, Manchester United, Liverpool, Brighton and outsiders Tottenham jockey for position behind top two Manchester City and Arsenal.