Overview
- Nick Woltemade scored in the 4th and 20th minutes to put Newcastle 2-0 ahead at St James’ Park.
- Reece James halved the deficit with a 49th-minute free kick before João Pedro equalised on 66 minutes.
- A 54th-minute Trevoh Chalobah challenge on Anthony Gordon was ruled shoulder-to-shoulder on review, with VAR upholding no penalty.
- Eddie Howe labelled the non-award a “stonewall” penalty and voiced frustration after Newcastle let another lead slip.
- Newcastle have now dropped 13 points from winning positions this season, while Maresca praised his young side’s composure in a hostile away setting.