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Guimaraes' 90th-Minute Winner Seals Newcastle's 2-1 Victory Over Fulham

Reports point to upcoming contract talks for the captain, reflecting his growing influence.

Overview

  • Bruno Guimaraes struck in the 90th minute at St James' Park after Bernd Leno parried William Osula’s shot, completing a 2-1 win over Fulham.
  • Jacob Murphy opened the scoring in the 18th minute before Sasa Lukic equalised early in the second half.
  • Eddie Howe called Guimaraes a very special player and said the late winner could lift belief and momentum.
  • Newcastle recorded their third league win of the season and climbed provisionally to 10th in the Premier League, per Reuters.
  • Football Insider reports that sporting director Ross Wilson is preparing contract talks with Guimaraes and other key players to deter transfer interest, while Howe noted Osula contributed despite an ankle issue.