Newcastle United claimed a third consecutive Premier League win with a 2-0 victory over newly-promoted Burnley at St James’ Park.
Eddie Howe, without Callum Wilson and Sven Botman through injury, made eight changes from the Carabao Cup win over Manchester City in midweek as Kieran Trippier, Fabian Schar, Anthony Gordon, Miguel Almiron, Elliot Anderson, Sean Longstaff and Bruno Guimaraes returned to the starting XI.
Burnley controlled the opening stages but a stunning goal by Almiron - his second goal in as many games - put the Magpies in front. Howe’s side weren’t at their fluent, although did have chances to extend their lead through Alexander Isak and Anderson.
Isak did find the scoresheet in the second half when Gordon was fouled in the box. The Swede stepped up to send James Trafford the wrong way and wrap three points, which moved United up to 8th in the Premier League table.
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9. Miguel Almiron - 7.5
A special strike to give Newcastle the lead. Heavily involved in his side’s attacking play as he linked up with Trippier down the right. | Getty Images
10. Anthony Gordon - 7
A silly yellow card - his fifth of the season - will see Gorodn suspended for West Ham next week. But the winger didn’t let him bother him as he pressed well and won the penalty. | AFP via Getty Images
11. Alexander Isak - 7
Just like Man City in midweek, the Swede had a quiet game but scored, and that’s all that counts, right? Ice-cold penalty. | AFP via Getty Images
12. Joelinton (on for Anderson, 64) - N/A
Came off injured just two minutes after coming. | Getty Images