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A disappointing finish to the season, with a shocking 4-0 loss at Wigan Athletic and later with a 3-1 loss away at Everton on the final day, ultimately ended lingering hopes of Champions League football, but Newcastle still managed to finish in 5th place, their highest League position since the Bobby Robson days.
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