Up to the 5th of december we gained 32 points from 20 games (8 wins, 8 draws and 4 losses) equalling 1.6pts per game. Since then, we have gained 32 points from 18 games (9 wins, 5 draws and 4 losses) equalling 1.8pts per game.
This proves that despite the dissapointing midweek performances, we have not only won more games (50% compared to 40%), but have also gained an average of 0.2 points per game than before the 5/12/09.
Correct me if I'm wrong, but i think Pardew has improved the team.