A late Alexander Isak header clinched a 1-0 win for Newcastle United against Fulham - as Eddie Howe side’s moved back up to third in the Premier League table.
Isak struck in the 89th-minute when Sean Longstaff’s delivery was headed back across goal by Callum Wilson and tapped home from three yards.
The Sweden international scored 20 minutes after Aleksander Mitrovic comically missed a penalty for the visitors.
Indeed, the game sprung into life in the 70th-minute when Kieran Trippier was penalised for a foul on Bobby Decordova-Reid after a VAR check.
A penalty was awarded and incredibly Mitrovic missed after his effort hit off both his feet before going into the back of the net.
Substitute Isak then found a winner late on - his third goal in four league appearances.
Our writer Jordan Cronin was at St James’ Park - and here’s his Newcastle United player ratings:
1. Nick Pope - 7
Didn’t have a save to make to claim his eighth consecutive clean sheet. Was the first to spot Mitrovic’s penalty blunder.
2. Kieran Trippier - 6
A rare off day for Trippier. His passing accuracy was well off, and so were his delivers from set pieces and open play. Conceded a penalty after a foul on Decordova-Reid.
3. Fabian Schar - 7
Unlucky not to score after his free-kick hit the inside of the post. Overall, probably United’s best performer on a flat afternoon, which may come as a surprise to some.
4. Sven Botman - 6
Misplaced a couple of passes in the opening stages. Not quite his usual self, but the same goes for several other of his teammates.