Matt Ritchie says Newcastle United are not yet safe from drop, despite win over SouthamptonMatt Ritchie has warned Newcastle fans against complacencyNewcastle midfielder Matt Ritchie has warned their fans not to get too carried away after they defeated Southampton 3-0 on Saturday to further ease their relegation fears. Newcastle 3-0 Southampton Newcastle 3-0 SouthamptonRitchie himself then scored Newcastle's third on 57 minutes, his second in his last three matches, after he netted the winner in their 1-0 victory over Manchester United. Newcastle boss Rafael Benitez was pleased with his side's intensity in their win over Southampton but admits a three-week break until their next game is not ideal. Newcastle boss Rafael Benitez was pleased with his side's intensity in their win over Southampton but admits a three-week break until their next game is not ideal. "We need to continue to pick up points, win games and hopefully we can get ourselves safe."

Source: Sky sports March 11, 2018 11:48 UTC