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NEWCASTLE scored one of the latest winners in Premier League history to edge past Leeds United in a thrilling seven-goal encounter.
A significant injury to Fabian Schar resulted in 10 minutes of stoppage time, and Newcastle capitalized on the opportunity, coming back from 3-2 down to secure a 4-3 victory.
Joelinton leveled the score for Newcastle at the beginning of the second halfCredit: Getty
Bruno Guimaraes netted Newcastle's third equalizer of the matchCredit: Reuters
Calvert-Lewin successfully converted a penalty, sending Pope the wrong wayCredit: Getty
In the 91st minute, Bruno Guimaraes converted a penalty to ignite the comeback, and the energized St James’ Park urged their team to find a late winner as Harvey Barnes skillfully maneuvered in the box and slotted the ball past Lucas Perri in the Leeds goal.
The visitors started strong when Brendan Aaronson took advantage of Malick Thiaw’s first error to send a low right-footed shot past Nick Pope into the bottom corner.
This marks the second significant mistake by Thiaw in consecutive home games for the Magpies that resulted in a conceded goal. And there was more to follow.
The German defender slipped while attempting to play the ball out, allowing Aaronson to strike shortly after.
Harvey Barnes equalized for Newcastle after Anthony Gordon found Nick Woltermade in the box.
The German laid the ball off to Barnes, who expertly opened his body to finish with his left foot.
A brilliant free-kick delivery from Gordon saw a cross flash past everyone and hit the post, as the Magpies began to find their rhythm.
Newcastle dominated as half-time approached, but in injury time, Thiaw committed a handball penalty after tussling with Dominic Calvert-Lewin and falling onto the ball.
Gordon received a yellow card for disturbing the penalty spot, but Calvert-Lewin confidently converted the penalty, putting Leeds ahead 2-1 at half-time.
Newcastle had a goal disallowed when Schar challenged Leeds goalkeeper Lucas Perri, causing the Brazilian to drop the ball toward his own net, allowing the centre-back to tap it in.
The contact appeared minimal at best, yet the referee's decision remained unchanged.
Newcastle believed they should have been awarded a penalty shortly after Leeds' as Joelinton surged into the box and fell under pressure.
The Brazilian was cautioned for diving, and replays indicated he may have been seeking the call.
However, after 54 minutes, Joelinton did equalize for the Toon. A cross from compatriot Bruno Guimaraes, using the outside of his boot, found his midfield partner's head for a powerful finish.
Fabian Schar struck the post in the 64th minute as Newcastle created four attempts from a single corner, with Leeds scrambling to clear the ball under intense pressure.
Leeds also hit the woodwork just two minutes later. Gabriel Gudmundsson challenged Tino Livramento on the outside, delivering a cross that found James Justin charging in at the back post, but his header ricocheted off the bar and away.
Schar suffered a serious injury with 20 minutes remaining when Calvert-Lewin landed on him, resulting in a five-minute stoppage. Once play resumed, substitutes Yoann Wissa and Jacob Murphy miscommunicated, allowing Aaronson to break free again, finishing with another low strike.
However, an Aaronson handball gave Newcastle a chance to get back in the game just before the end, and Barnes made headlines with his last-minute finish.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the final score of the match?
The final score was Newcastle 4, Leeds United 3.
Who scored the winning goal for Newcastle?
Harvey Barnes scored the winning goal for Newcastle in the dying moments of the match.
What caused the extended injury time in the match?
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