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Newcastle successfully moved on to the fourth round of the FA Cup following a skilled and commanding display against Sunderland in the Tyne-Wear derby at the Stadium of Light.
The Magpies, determined to break their losing streak, put together a formidable team. They wasted no time in attacking, with Sean Longstaff getting an early chance within the first two minutes. Despite Anthony Pattinson’s save, the Magpies continued to dominate. Longstaff had two more chances to score, but it was an own-goal by Dan Ballard that gave them the lead. Joelinton’s pass was deflected by Ballard into his own net.
Newcastle took the lead before halftime, but Sunderland could not retaliate. Right after the game resumed, Miguel Almiron stole the ball from Pierre Ekwah and assisted Alexander Isak for the team’s second goal. From there, it was smooth sailing for Newcastle. Isak scored a late penalty, completing a double and securing the win for Eddie Howe’s team.
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Sunderland’s actions lead to their defeat in the derby, providing Newcastle with a necessary boost.
It took thirteen years to finally win on derby day, but it was made even sweeter by the fact that our biggest rival practically handed us the win after making numerous mistakes leading up to the match.
Eddie Howe was in desperate need of this success. In the past, losses against Sunderland have led to the downfall of other managers, such as Ruud Gullit and Alan Pardew. This put Howe under immense pressure, as his team had lost six of their last seven league games leading up to a derby match that was not highly anticipated.
Sunderland is currently undergoing a period of change with their new manager, Michael Beale. They operate with a significantly lower budget compared to Newcastle, highlighting the vast difference between the two teams. This match serves as a reminder to fans of the gap that has developed between the two clubs, who were once on equal footing.
Mike Jones 6 January 2024 15:02
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Eddie Howe, the manager of Newcastle, shared his thoughts on ITV.
“It’s an amazing feeling to win. I never stressed about the draw, I always saw it as a favorable one – as long as we came out on top.”
“We managed the situation effectively, showed courage while in possession, and remained composed. We did not allow the crowd to dictate the game and handled everything with great composure in the first half.”
I believe we have not yet reached our peak, but this was a positive step towards it. Hopefully, we can maintain this progress in the future. Our team has faced many challenging opponents this year, so this was nothing out of the ordinary. We have performed impressively in high-pressure situations this year.
Today, we made sure to complete all the small tasks correctly and as a result, we were successful. This keeps us in a significant tournament and gives us hope. The Premier League is not lenient with its schedule, so this match was crucial.
Mike Jones 6 January 2024 15:12
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Is it possible for Newcastle to become the winners of the FA Cup?
Dan Burn believes that in the past two seasons, they have discussed their desire to win something.
“It has been quite some time since we last achieved a victory, so it would be incredible to win the FA Cup.”
Mike Jones 6 January 2024 15:00
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Feedback from Dan Burn of Newcastle.
Dan Burn, a defender for Newcastle, shared on ITV that the victory was particularly significant.
I believe there was a significant amount of anticipation leading up to the game, so achieving a victory and maintaining a shutout is fantastic.
“We haven’t played a game like this in a while. If we were to ask fans if they would prefer to advance in the Champions League or beat Sunderland, I believe they would choose to beat Sunderland.”
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“The day was fantastic and the presence of the crowd truly enhanced it.”
“It has been difficult to maintain our training and habits due to the numerous games we’ve had, but today we were able to get back on track with our pressing and fighting.”
Mike Jones 6 January 2024 14:57
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Sunderland lost to Newcastle with a score of 0-3.
Eddie Howe’s team secured their first Tyne-Wear derby victory since 2011 and advanced to the fourth round of the FA Cup. This win was crucial for the team as they were struggling with a string of poor performances.
Mike Jones 6 January 2024 14:54
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The score of the match between Sunderland and Newcastle was 0-3.
Mike Jones 6 January 2024 14:51
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Newcastle wins 3-0 against Sunderland in a full-time match.
After 95 minutes of play, the final whistle blows. Newcastle showed strong control and determination throughout the game. Today’s victory was crucial for them and they played like a top-tier team against their lower league opponents.
Newcastle had control of the ball, capitalized on their opportunities, and limited Sunderland’s chances to score. The first goal was a lucky break, but after that, Newcastle never gave Sunderland a chance to come back in the game.
They are entering the fourth round of the FA Cup.
Mike Jones 6 January 2024 14:42
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Sunderland 0-3 Newcastle
The clock reads 90+1 minutes as there is a brief pause in the game, prompting Eddie Howe to make some substitutions. Jamaal Lascelles and Paul Dummett are brought onto the field for some playing time.
Mike Jones 6 January 2024 14:39
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Sunderland was defeated by Newcastle with a final score of 0-3, with Isak scoring the third goal in the 90th minute.
“Alexander Isak of Newcastle scores a penalty kick in the bottom left corner with ease and composure after 90 minutes.”
Newcastle’s victory guarantees them a spot in the next round.
Mike Jones 6 January 2024 14:38
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There has been a penalty in the match between Sunderland and Newcastle, resulting in a score of 0-2 with Newcastle in the lead.
Sunderland is experiencing a downward spiral, with things going from bad to worse in 88 minutes.
Gordon is feeling fatigued as he receives the ball and quickly moves into the penalty area. Ballard is not quick enough to respond and commits a foul, resulting in a clear penalty.
Mike Jones 6 January 2024 14:36
Source: independent.co.uk