Newcastle United were held to a goalless draw by Leeds United in their final game of 2022.
Eddie Howe’s side had a first-half penalty appeal turned down as Fabian Schar went down in the area.
The Magpies marginally improved after the break as Chris Wood and Sean Longstaff, twice, missed big chances to claim three points.
United remain third in the Premier League table ahead of facing league leaders Arsenal on January 3.
Our writer Jordan Cronin was at St James’ Park - and here’s how he rated each Newcastle player against Leeds.
The Magpies marginally improved after the break as Chris Wood and Sean Longstaff, twice, missed big chances to claim three points.