Tonight Newcastle is against Southampton, and this is a very good opportunity for Newcastle to get lots of goals and add to the points on the standings so that they manage to stay in the top three at the top of the standings, and the chances of getting a Champions League ticket will be high. Newcastle and Manchester United are only a few points apart at the top of the standings. I'm sure Newcastle will provide a considerable distance for Manchester United, so they won't be easily chased by them.
I estimate that Newcastle United's position will be more comfortable in the top 4 until this season's competition ends. they just need to win 3 more matches to make their ranking safe and qualify for the ucl next season. Newcastle United has collected 65 points and is 9 points adrift of rank 5 where if 3 more matches have been maximized with a win then it will be perfect for closing this season in top 4.
Liverpool again opened up their opportunity to break into the top 4 after winning over Tottenham. but their chances are quite small as the remaining games for them in this season are 5 matches. Liverpool just need luck this season to make them reach the top 4.