Newcastle United made a huge step towards sealing Champions League qualification by humiliating Tottenham Hotspur at St James’ Park.
Eddie Howe’s men became the second-fastest team in Premier League history behind Manchester City to score five goals in a single match.
Braces from Jacob Murphy and Alexander Isak, plus a goal from Joelinton put United 5-0 up within the opening 21 minutes. Substitute Callum Wilson netted a sixth in the 67th-minute.
Harry Kane netted a consolation goal at the beginning of the second-half but by then, the damage was well-and-truly done against a shell-shocked Tottenham.
The victory for United sees them open up a six-point advantage over fifth-place Spurs, still with a game in-hand to play.
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1. NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, ENGLAND - APRIL 23: Jacob Murphy of Newcastle United celebrates with teammates after scoring the team's third goal during the Premier League match between Newcastle United and Tottenham Hotspur at St. James Park on April 23, 2023 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. (Photo by Clive Brunskill/Getty Images)
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2. Nick Pope - 7
A surprisingly quiet afternoon with not a lot to deal with, bar a late Harry Kane save. | Getty Images
3. Kieran Trippier - 8
Back to his best after an uncharacteristic display at Aston Villa. Linked up well down the right to help create numerous chances. | Getty Images
4. Fabian Schar - 7
Sublime vision to pick out Joelinton, just like he did at West Ham a few weeks back. Beaten too easily by Kane as he pulled one back. | AFP via Getty Images