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2024/25:
Jason and the
goalden fleece

Newcastle  5  Crystal Palace  0

Match action is online here

Newcastle took full advantage of their Premier League game in hand by ripping apart the Eagles at St. James' Park on Wednesday evening.

With Eddie Howe still unavailable, Jason Tindall and Graeme Jones again took charge as an unchanged side extended their winning run to six games and made it a dozen goals scored in just three outings. 

Jacob Murphy and Harvey Barnes did the damage for United flying down both wings during an amazing first half when the hosts netted four times but also missed a further trio of presentable chances.

Jacob Murphy set his side on their way after 14 minutes with a fabulous pile driver finish from the right wing reminiscent of Sandro Tonali's Brentford blaster.

That pulsating opening period could have been very different though, had Nick Pope not saved a 36th minute penalty to prevent Palace from levelling the game.

The 'keeper made amends for racing off his line to wipe out Chris Richards with a ridiculous challenge that was penalised by a spot kick after an onfield VAR check.

Pope's atonement was aided by one of the worst spot-kicks in living memory, Eberechi Eze's run-up more statuesque than stuttering and his shot barely making it the 12 yards distance to the grateful custodian.  

Seconds later it was 2-0 when Harvey Barnes broke down the left and his intended cross ended up in the back of the net after deflecting in off Marc Guehi's arm - the Palace defender registering his second own goal in Newcastle's favour this season. 

That passage of play prompted memories of a 5-1 win over Carlisle United back in Easter 1984, home 'keeper Kevin Carr saving Alan Shoulder's penalty at the Leazes End before the Magpies broke straight upfield for Kevin Keegan to nod home a deflected goal.

Barnes netted in first half added time with a well-taken effort to end a sweeping move from one end of the pitch to the other after Tonali had played him through.

That was swiftly followed by a fourth before the break; Murphy once again supplying an accurate cross following a free kick for Fabian Schar to deftly flick home with his head into the corner of the Gallowgate net.

The Magpies started the second half in similar fashion and a fifth goal arrived on 58 minutes when Joelinton won the ball off Maxence Lacroix and set up Alexander Isak to curl home from the edge of the box - a fine finish from what was his hardest chance of the night.

That ended a run of 12 goals scored by Newcastle since the Swede had registered, on a night where he could easily have had another hat-trick.

From then on, the black and whites cruised to victory and kept a clean sheet despite slackening off their pressure on the Palace goal after making the full allowable number of replacements. 

Victory saw Newcastle go third in the table, four points behind Arsenal and five ahead of sixth placed Chelsea. 

Their +21 goal difference is also superior to the sides occupying fourth, fifth and sixth. 

Team: Pope, Trippier (Krafth 79), Schar, Burn, Livramento, Guimaraes (Longstaff 72), Murphy (Gordon 62), Tonali, Joelinton (Willock 62), Barnes, Isak (Wilson 72).
Subs n/u: Dubravka, Targett, Miley, Osula.

Booked: Burn, Guimaraes.

Joelinton avoided a booking meaning that the threat of an automatic two match ban for amassing 10 cautions in the Premier League has now been lifted. 

He is technically still in with a chance of a three game suspension for reaching 15 PL yellow cards - but would need to be booked in all six remaining games to do so. 

Goals: J.Murphy 14, OG(Guehi) 38, Barnes 45+2, Schar 45+8, Isak 58.

CPFC: Henderson, Richards, Lacroix, Guehi, Nketiah, Munoz, Lerma (Devenny 85), Hughes (Wharton 57), Mitchell, Sarr (Esse 76), Eze (Kamada 57), Mateta (Nketiah 57).
Subs n/u: Turner, Chilwell, Clyne, Franca.

Booked: Hughes, Lerma, Munoz.

Crowd: 52,197 including around 900 travellers.

Former Magpie Imre Varadi was present.

After the game Jason Tindall said:

"We spoke pre game about maintaining the standards we set ourselves at the weekend, about being really aggressive and on the front foot. I thought the players went about that and executed that brilliantly.

"We've got a fantastic squad and the balance of the team has been great. We've got some players on the bench who can come on the pitch and make a difference. We're confident, we've had a good run of results and we have to remain level headed and work hard every day to go out and deliver performances.

"We need to make sure we remain focused and level-headed. We've got a tough game now against Aston Villa, who are in great form and have only lost one game at home all season. We know it's going to be a really difficult performance."

On scoring nine goals in two games: 

"It's good, if you had said that a week ago, then I probably wouldn't have believed you. Full credit to the lads for delivering the two performances they have, but don't stop there. 

"We have six cup finals remaining. We have to be consistent and deliver the right performances to get us into the Champions League."

On winning the Carabao Cup:

"That gave us huge confidence, we went out and delivered a performance against arguably one of the best teams in Europe in Liverpool. 

"We were able to enjoy that for a period of time but we knew what our objectives were for the remainder of the season - to finish as high up the league table as possible. 

"The manager always leads and sets that example of never switching off. They've gone out there, been really consistent and delivering performances.

On speaking to Eddie Howe:

"I think at a time like this the most important thing is your health, that you rest and recover. We wish Eddie all the best and the more he can rest the sooner he'll be back."

On Champions League qualification:

"That's where we want to get to. Everybody in the Premier League wants to be in the champions league. We've experienced it before and we want more of it. 

"We've got six cup finals now remaining and we have to stay focused to be able to go out there and deliver the performances we know will help us to get Champions League."

Referee: Darren England - a third appointment so far this season involving the Magpies for the official from Doncaster, following our 1-1 PL draw at Selhurst Park and the 3-0 PL home victory over Wolves.

VAR: Craig Pawson

Stats: 

The Magpies won by five clear goals for the first time since the 8-0 PL success at Sheffield United in September 2023. It's their largest home win since the 6-1 PL conquest of Spurs during April 2022. 

Newcastle scored four goals in the first half of a PL game for the second time this season, also doing so in the 4-3 home win over Nottingham Forest in February.

With six games left, United's tally of 59 points is just one less than they managed in the full 2023/24 season.

Anthony Gordon completed a century of league and cup games for the club (79 starts).

Kieran Trippier made his 100th start for the Magpies in all competitions.

Tino Livramento made his 50th start in all competitions since joining Newcastle.

Jacob Murphy registered his 19th strike for Newcastle in the PL, one less than Bruno Guimaraes.

Harvey Barnes now has 14 PL goals for United, a total level with current colleague Joe Willock and ex-Magpie Loic Remy.

Fabian Schar scored his 17th Newcastle PL goal, matching the total of Yohan Cabaye and moving one behind team mate Anthony Gordon.

Alexander Isak scored his 25th club goal so far this season in all competitions, matching his 2023/24 total.

Eagles @ Magpies - PL era:

Toon tunes:
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Match action

Signing reported:
Cordero claims

Several media outlets reported on Tuesday that Newcastle had reached agreement to sign Antonio Cordero from Spanish side Malaga.

The 18 year-old right winger is out of contract at the end of the current season, Newcastle reportedly scouting him several times and credited with an interest in sealing a deal since the turn of the year.

Spanish youth international Cordero debuted for Malaga during the 2023/24 season when they gained promotion from the third tier and has featured regularly in the Segunda Division this time round, scoring five times.

National League:
All ticket for 
Tynesiders

For anyone at a loose end this Friday lunchtime, there's a crucial match in the National League taking place at Gateshead International Stadium, where the fifth-placed hosts face a York City side who lie second in the table.

It's a 12.30pm kick-off live on DAZN and has been declared all ticket for home and away supporters.

Tickets can be purchased online here

Update:
Howe: pneumonia confirmed

NUFC statement, Monday:

"The club continues to extend its best wishes and support to Eddie and his family as he continues his recovery.

"Jason Tindall and Graeme Jones will lead the team against Crystal Palace and Aston Villa this week, with further updates to be communicated in due course.

Eddie said: "A huge thank you to everyone connected with Newcastle United and the wider football community for your messages and warm wishes. They have meant a lot to me and my family.

"I also want to pay tribute to our incredible NHS and the hospital staff who have treated me. I'm immensely grateful for the specialist care I'm receiving and, after a period of recovery, I look forward to being back as soon as possible."

Earlier: NUFC confirmed Howe was admitted to hospital late on Friday and missed Sunday's game.

NUFC statement, Saturday:

"The Magpies' head coach was admitted to hospital late on Friday evening having felt unwell for a number of days.

"Medical staff kept Eddie in hospital overnight for further tests, which are ongoing. He is conscious and talking with his family, and is continuing to receive expert medical care.

"Everyone at Newcastle United extends their best wishes to Eddie for a speedy recovery, and further updates will follow in due course.

"Jason Tindall and Graeme Jones will lead the team at St. James' Park on Sunday, supported by the club's first team staff."

U21s:
Citizen's arrest

Manchester City U21s  4  Newcastle U21s  0

Match report

U19s:
Texas triumph

Newcastle U19s  3  Lone Star SC U19s  1

Newcastle bounced back from their opening day loss in the Dallas Cup to win their second game in Group B.

The Magpies fell behind in the first half against Austin-based Lonestar at Richland College, recovering thanks to second half efforts from Matty Taylor, Mattheos Ferreira and Jude Cogdon.

Victory left United third in the four team table following Sao Paulo's 1-1 draw with Tigres (who had beaten Lonestar 4-1 in their opening game).

Team: Jones, Johnson (Cogdon 46), Old, Yeutembip (Epia 70), Morgan (O'Donovan 70), Harper, Taylor, Yildiz (Fitzgerald 46 [M.Miley 80]), Bloomer, Ferreira (Wooster 70), Lucas. Subs n/u: James Taylor, Jake Durrant.

Newcastle end their Group stage ties on Wednesday against Mexicans Tigres at the Toyota Soccer Centre, needing victory to stand a chance of progressing.

Premier League:
Aston Villa (a)

Newcastle go in search of a third successive PL away victory and what would be their ninth in total so far this season at Villa Park this coming Saturday teatime.

It's a 5.30pm live on Sky Sports and the 3,000 away tickets are sold out, with forwarding possible from 5.30pm on Wednesday until 12.30pm on matchday.

City centre bars with live TV coverage include:

The Dog & Parrot on Clayton Street West.

The game will be live at WonderBar in The Gate.

Team: To follow

AVFC: To follow

Villa hosted PSG on Tuesday in the second leg of their Champions League Quarter-final tie. Trailing 1-3, they conceded twice more before mounting a titanic comeback to score three times, but failed to find the fourth goal required to force extra time.

After our visit, Unai Emery's side go to Manchester City the following Tuesday before their FA Cup Semi-final against Crystal Palace at Wembley on Saturday week.

Referee: Jarred Gillett - a third Magpies appointment of the season for the Australian-born official, following the 1-1 home draw with Manchester City and the 4-3 win over Nottingham Forest at Gallowgate.

VAR: Michael Salisbury

UK TV: Live on Sky Sports

2023/24 won 3-1 Schar 2, og(Moreno)
2022/23 lost 0-3
2021/22 lost 0-2
2020/21 lost 0-2
2019/20 lost 0-2
2016/17 drew 1-1 og(Elphick) (Ch)
2015/16 drew 0-0
2014/15 drew 0-0
2013/14 won 2-1 Ben Arfa, Gouffran
2012/13 won 2-1 Cisse, Cabaye
2011/12 drew 1-1 Best
2010/11 lost 0-1
2008/09 lost 0-1
2007/08 lost 1-4 Owen
2006/07 lost 0-2
2005/06 won 2-1 Ameobi, N'Zogbia
2004/05 lost 2-4 Kluivert, O'Brien
2003/04 drew 0-0
2002/03 won 1-0 Shearer
2001/02 drew 1-1 Shearer
2000/01 drew 1-1 Solano
2000/01 lost 1-0 (FAC)
1999/00 won 1-0 Ferguson
1998/99 lost 0-1
1997/98 won 1-0 Batty
1996/97 drew 2-2 Shearer, Clark
1995/96 drew 1-1 Ferdinand
1994/95 won 2-0 Lee, Cole
1993/94 won 2-0 Allen (pen), Cole

Upcoming PL fixtures:

Sat 19.04.2025:
Brentford v Brighton & Hove Albion (3pm)
Crystal Palace v Bournemouth (3pm)
Everton v Manchester City (3pm)
West Ham v Southampton (3pm)
Aston Villa v Newcastle (5.30pm) Sky

Sun 20.04.2025:
Fulham v Chelsea (2pm)
Ipswich Town v Arsenal (2pm) Sky
Manchester United v Wolves (2pm)
Leicester City v Liverpool (4.30pm) Sky 

Mon 21.04.2025:
Spurs v Nottingham Forest (8pm) Sky

U19s:
Dallas defeat

Sao Paulo U19s  5  Newcastle U19s  0

United U19s endured a difficult afternoon in the Cotton Bowl on Sunday, as they commenced their Dallas Cup participation with defeat by Sao Paulo.

The Brazilian side were beginning the defence of their Super Group title and went ahead within 90 seconds, only to then concede a seventh minute penalty that Kasey Wooster dragged wide of the target.

Sao Paulo then doubled their lead after 16 minutes in blazing sunshine and it was 0-3 by the 38th minute.

Into the second period and a free kick conversion from distance increased United's agony and it was 0-5 on the hour, the scoring thankfully complete at that point.

Match rerun is online here

Team: Taylor, Durrant (Morgan 75), Epia (Yeutembip 46), Johnson, M.Miley, Cogdon, O'Donnell, Harper (Taylor 60), Ferreira (Bloomer 60), Wooster (Lucas 65), Fitzgerald (Yildiz 85). Subs n/u: Jones, Old.

Premier League:
Sunday date for 
Chelsea looms