Southampton star agrees with Jordan Pickford over Newcastle United St James' Park claim

Fraser Forster insists there is 'no better place to play' after experiencing electric St James' Park

Newcastle's fine form this season has seen the Magpies become a force once more

Southampton goalkeeper Fraser Forster has admitted that there is "no better place to play" than Newcastle United's St James' Park, echoing the sentiments of Everton goalkeeper Jordan Pickford.

The St James' Park faithful have witnessed their team's impressive form this season, with the Magpies establishing themselves firmly in the top half of the Premier League table.

After a 1-0 win over Fulham in October, Pickford described the atmosphere at St James' Park as "unbelievable", adding that it was "one of the best atmospheres" he had ever experienced.

Forster, who has also played at St James' Park, agrees with Pickford's assessment. After Southampton's 1-0 defeat to Newcastle in November, Forster praised the Newcastle fans for creating a special atmosphere.

"It's a great place to play," Forster said. "The fans are right on top of you, and they make a lot of noise. It's a really good atmosphere to play in."

Forster's comments further highlight the transformation that has taken place at Newcastle under manager Eddie Howe. The Magpies have become a force to be reckoned with, and their home ground has once again become a fortress.

Newcastle fans will be hoping that the good times continue, and that St James' Park remains a place where opposition players find it difficult to play.