If you look at how they performed in a number of pre-season matches this was indeed quite satisfying. Their performance may not be as brilliant as other big clubs in the EPL, especially to compete with top-class clubs. However, their performance has progressed quite well, at least the consistency of their performance, the application of tactics by their coaches is quite good on the field. Their consistency, especially on the field these few matches have been enough to prove that they can indeed be stronger this season compared to the previous season. It's just a matter of how Eddie Howe sharpens and strengthens his squad through tactics that suit them perfectly.
do you think that Newcastle is not a big team? or do you not know how the history of Newcastle in the past?
indeed, at this time Newcastle is lost from its heyday, not like it used to be because many teams have improved the performance of their players and from a financial point of view it is very different. but you should know that in the past Newcastle had won the premier league and was very much feared by other teams like now Man City but unfortunately that time has passed and now it has become a new era for other teams and I admire Newcastle efforts which are slowly improving his performance to return to his former glory and give his fans pride.
it might be a little difficult but if Eddie Howe has the right strategy and is also consistent with his training Im sure it not be impossible to get up again.