For Rafa Benitez, the soundtrack must have been music to his ears. Newcastle were level shortly after half-time but against the backdrop of eight defeats and one draw in their past nine games, the chant from the terraces must have pleased the Spaniard.
To the tune of Richie Valens La Bamba track, the travelling Geordies serenaded their manager. In their eyes, it appears Benitez can do little wrong.
An outsider may view Benitez rather differently. They might observe that Benitez was unable to keep Newcastle in the top flight two seasons ago and they might reflect with greater scrutiny on a dreadful run of form as winter has set in.