Wooded area have no longer performed in Europe for the reason that 1995-96 season and feature no longer been within the top-tier of Ecu pageant since 1980-81, however are in a robust place to qualify for the Champions League.
They’re six issues transparent of fifth-placed Newcastle and 7 forward of Chelsea and Bournemouth in 6th and 7th.
The highest 4 will no doubt qualify for the Champions League subsequent season however that might build up to 5 relying on English golf equipment’ luck on this yr’s pageant.
That, and up to date historical past suggests Wooded area are in a just right place.
In each and every of the previous 4 seasons – and 6 of the previous seven campaigns, groups with 44 issues or extra after 22 video games have long gone on to complete within the height 4.
Wooded area have additionally already performed Liverpool, Arsenal and Manchester Town clear of house this season – 3 in their hardest fixtures.
Their subsequent 3 video games at the street – visits to fellow Ecu chasers Bournemouth, Fulham and Newcastle – glance a very powerful.
