Newcastle United advances to the third position on the Premier League table after a commanding 5-0 victory at St James’s Park against Premier League, solidifying their chance to feature in next session UEFA Champions League.
Newcastle stands behind only Liverpool and Arsenal. The team played a dominating game in the first half scoring four goals despite the absence of their head coach Eddie Howe who did not feature in the match due to health challenges.
The first goal was scored in the 14th minute after the commencement of the game by Newcastle star Jacob Murphy a brilliant finish coming from a tight corner.
Crystal Palace nearly equalized the goal but Newcastle United’s goalkeeper saved a weak penalty much from Eberechi Eze after the spot-kick was awarded against Newcastle through a VAR check.
Newcastle’s lead doubled in the 38th minute after an own goal from Marc Guehi before Harvey Barnes increased the goals through a fine strike.
The fourth goal was recorded after a cross on the stoppage time of the first half from Jacob Murphy located Fabian Schar who converted the opportunity into a goal through a header.
Alexander Isak finally added his own goal that sealed the win through a brilliant long slow in the second half, making it his 25th goal this season.
Crystal Palace did not do much and a late opportunity to record their own goal was blocked by their own player. Crystal Palace remain in the 12th position on the Premier League table while Newcastle tops Nottingham Forest with only two points.