Battles are meant to be fought and won every day. When it comes to the premier league, battles have to be won especially if you do not belong to the upper half of the table. The relegation battle has the ability to suck you right in without you even knowing. When this happens, it becomes a battle for your life. This is exactly what teams like Newcastle and Southampton are facing right now. They are both poised to survive the relegation zone if they can keep winning. However when they meet today, one or both of them would have to shelve the idea of winning all their remaining games.

Newcastle

Newcastle is a team who have risen right from the dead. With the appointment of Benitez, their ship has been steadied and they are now on course to survive in the premier league. Many people put survival at 40 points most seasons and they are not far off from that target. They currently have 38 points in the league so far which puts them in 15th place. They are only 4 matches left in the league for them. Winning their remaining matches would all but confirm their place in the league next season. It would also help to secure Benitez's job.

Southampton

The saints since they were promoted to the premier league last season have enjoyed so many great times. However, this season, they find themselves in a bit of trouble. They are dangerously close to the relegation zone. They are currently in 16th place with only 4 matches left to play. There is no doubt then this match is surely an important fixture for them. A win here would take their total points accumulated in the league to 39 points. Doing so would all but guarantee that they are present in the league next season.

Form

When it comes to the form, Newcastle has not been in the best of form in recent times. They have managed to win just two games out of the last six that they have played. The remaining matches have ended up in three losses and a draw. They would be looking to change all when they meet Southampton in the league. There are very few matches that are left in the league. They would want to make sure that they secure here.

Southampton, on the other hand, has been on a good run of form in recent times. They have managed to win four out of the last six matches that have been played. The remaining matches ended in losses. They would want to change that when they meet their opponents. However, they would be wary of Newcastle after their coach has rejuvenated their side. It would surely be an interesting match to watch.

The relegation battle would surely be a battle to watch. However, both teams have a chance to get out of the race quite early. However, to do that, they would have to get the better of themselves.

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