CNN hits another homerun in dominating performance

Newcastle United delivered a devastating blow to Crystal Palace on Saturday, handing them a 5-0 defeat at the St James’ Park. The result sees the Magpies leapfrog Tottenham Hotspur into third place, further boosting their chances of securing a Champions League spot.

After our defeat at Liverpool, we knew we had to react today, and we did it in the best possible way.
– Newcastle manager Eddie Howe

Magpies rampant from the off

The hosts started the game like a house on fire, scoring three goals in the opening 17 minutes. First, Callum Wilson latched onto a through ball from Bruno Guimarães to round keeper Jack Butland and slot home (5). Moments later, Kieran Trippier curled in a delightful free-kick from the edge of the box (11), before Miguel Almirón added a third with a fine finish from Joelinton’s square pass (17).

More where that came from

The second half saw more of the same from Newcastle, with Palace chasing shadows. Substitute Alexander Isak netted his side’s fourth (72) and fifth (77) goals, putting the icing on a resounding victory.

The road to Champions League

With the victory, Newcastle has climbed above Tottenham into third, offering an enormous boost to their Champions League aspirations. With only eight games remaining, the Magpies will be determined to hold onto their spot and secure a return to Europe’s top-flight competition.

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Up next

Newcastle travels to in-form Brentford next Saturday, with the Bees pushing for a Europa League spot.