Overview
- Newcastle secured a 5-0 victory over Crystal Palace, moving up to third in the Premier League and strengthening their Champions League aspirations.
- Four first-half goals by Jacob Murphy, Harvey Barnes, Fabian Schar, and a Marc Guehi own goal set the tone; Alexander Isak added a fifth in the second half.
- Nick Pope saved a penalty from Eberechi Eze, denying Palace a chance to respond during the match.
- Assistant coaches Jason Tindall and Graeme Jones led Newcastle in Eddie Howe's absence, as Howe continues his recovery from pneumonia.
- Crystal Palace, now in 12th place, shifts focus to their upcoming FA Cup semi-final after consecutive heavy defeats.