Match of the Day's Alan Shearer believes Alexander Isak's fine form boosts Newcastle United's chance of catching up with league leaders Liverpool.

With Alexander Isak in "red-hot form" and Newcastle on a club record-equalling winning run, what can they achieve this season?

Newcastle were 12th in the table in early December but a club record-equalling ninth straight win in all competitions has catapulted them back into the top four for the first time since September. Alexander Isak continued his scintillating form with two more goals,

Alexander Isak has said he "feels amazing" after his brace in Newcastle's 3-0 win over Wolves, securing their 9th straight victory and breaking Alan Shearer's record.

As the records start to tumble at Newcastle United, and their irresistible charge up the Premier League table continues, it is time to ponder whether Eddie Howe’s side are now title contenders?

Alan Shearer believes Newcastle "have got the system working" and with Alexander Isak, the Magpies "have a chance" of being considered in the title race. After beating Wolves on Wednesday night, Eddie Howe's side made it six consecutive Premier League wins and nine in all competitions.

Alexander Isak broke one of Alan Shearer’s records after scoring a brace in Newcastle United’s 3-0 win over Wolverhampton Wanderers on Wednesday night.