Benitez believes in momentum

Draw with Man City boosts Newcastle manager's hope of avoiding relegation

Newcastle manager Rafael Benitez insists his side has the momentum going into the final four games in its fight for Premier League survival.

Despite missing a chance to climb out of the bottom three after a 1-1 draw with Champions League semifinalist Manchester City on Tuesday, Benitez said Newcastle is well positioned to stave off a second relegation in seven seasons after taking four points from its past two matches.