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Late Equaliser Haunts Newcastle in 2-2 Draw at Leverkusen

Howe says belief must be matched by stronger late-game control to keep qualification on track.

Overview

  • Alejandro Grimaldo struck in the 88th minute after Newcastle had led 2-1, leaving the visitors with a point in Germany.
  • Eddie Howe insisted “we have to believe” and said progression remains in their hands with PSV at home next before PSG away.
  • Newcastle have conceded nine goals in the final 10 minutes this season and have dropped 11 points from winning positions.
  • Anthony Gordon converted a penalty to cancel out a Bruno Guimarães own goal, then delivered the cross for 19-year-old Lewis Miley to head in.
  • Howe acknowledged recurring lapses are costing the team and urged better game management after near-misses to make it 3-1 struck the woodwork.