Newcastle could secure an awards double after the nominations were announced for the Sky Bet Championship Manager and Player of the Month for October.
Rafa Benitez's achievement in guiding the Magpies to five wins from five matches in the month have been recognised, with the club combining inspired attacking play with defensive grit that meant they conceded just two goals.
United striker Dwight Gayle is in the running for the player of the month award after he scored four goals from as many games, having settled in well after signing from Crystal Palace in the summer.
The 26-year-old netted twice in the games against Brentford and Barnsley.