Newcastle United's defeat at Leicester City is cause for concern after they 'collapsed completely.'
That's the view of former Aston Villa defender and BBC pundit Stephen Warnock.
The former defender covered the game for BBC 5 Live, and while he praised the efforts of the travelling support - raised his concerns for United's Premier League status.
The 37-year-old's worry was particularly heightened due to the manner in which they conceded five goals to Brendan Rodgers' side.
" Newcastle are shot of confidence," he said after the game.
"Jamaal Lascelles looks petrified to get up the pitch. The defence play far too deep, they have to get up behind the midfield. That’s something Steve Bruce desperately has to address.
"The midfield looks way off the pace, they couldn’t get near anyone.
"It’s worrying times for Newcastle. They collapsed completely."
United were already one-nil behind and second best before Isaac Hayden was shown a red card for a high challenge on Dennis Praet.
Praet would later go onto score, along with Wilfred Ndidi and a brace from Jamie Vardy as United's fell apart in the second forty-five.
"There’s nothing to take away from this game today, apart from Andy Carroll getting more game time in his legs.
"The fans are behind their team no matter what. The noise they made was superb. They clapped the players off because they understand the situation at the club. Brilliant from the Newcastle fans and I do really feel for them."
