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:

9. Miguel Almiron - 6
Struggled to get involved. Very little impact. Only notable goal opportunity was the follow up shot from Schar’s free-kick that was saved. | AFP via Getty Images

10. Joelinton - 7
Was a surprise to see his name on the teammate but his performance was no shock. Another solid showing from the Brazilian. | AFP via Getty Images

11. Callum Wilson - 7
Squandered numerous chances but played a pivotal role in Isak’s winner after heading Longstaff’s cross back across goal. | AFP via Getty Images

12. Allan Saint-Maximin (on for Guimaraes, 45) - 7
Injected a huge amount of energy and pace. Looked a player determined to play his way back into the starting XI. | Getty Images


