In a dispiriting display for Tottenham Hotspur, Newcastle United continued their impressive run by coming from behind to secure a thrilling victory, securing their fifth successive Premier League victory. Spurs fell further into misery under Ange Postecoglou as they fielded a significantly weakened squad, missing an impressive total of 11 players through injury and illness.
The match started with a bang when Dominic Solanke gave Spurs the lead in the fourth minute, lighting up thanks to a cross from Pedro Porro which he magnificently headed home. However, the advantage was short-lived, with Newcastle equalizing just two minutes later, with Anthony Gordon managing to score. Controversy surrounded the equalizer, as it appeared Joelinton had touched the ball with his hand in the build-up, but VAR ruled that contact was accidental, allowing the goal to stand.
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Newcastle manager Eddie Howe celebrated another fantastic performance from his side, especially as Alexander Isak scored his 14th goal of the season just before the half-time whistle. The Swedish international showed off his finishing skills, taking advantage of a Spurs defensive error to take the lead.
Although memories of last season’s 4-1 win over an injury-plagued Newcastle lingered, this match told a different story. With star goalkeeper Fraser Forster on the bench, third choice Brandon Austin was called upon to make his debut and faced a daunting task against an optimistic Newcastle side. Postecoglou’s strategy of benching key players like Son Heung-min and James Maddison didn’t really change the course of the match.
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Despite a promising start and relentless efforts in the second half, including a dangerous move when Brennan Johnson hit the post and Pellegri Kulusevski’s follow-up was blocked, Tottenham simply could not find the equalizer. As the clock ticked down, the frustration was palpable, especially when Maddison’s late attempts flew just wide.
With several chances to get back on the scoreboard slipping away from them, Spurs were left to reflect on another disheartening defeat as Newcastle reveled in their well-deserved victory. The loss amplifies the challenges facing Postecoglou as he navigates increasing pressure amid a lingering injury crisis.
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