Newcastle Triumph Over Aston Villa in Heated Boxing Day Clash

A red card for Jhon Duran and dominant performances from Newcastle's midfield powered a 3-0 victory, lifting them to fifth in the Premier League.

Anthony Gordon scored within 80 seconds, setting the tone for Newcastle's commanding performance at St James' Park.
Jhon Duran was sent off in the 32nd minute for a stamp on Fabian Schar, a pivotal moment that left Aston Villa down to 10 men.
Alexander Isak and Joelinton added second-half goals to secure Newcastle's fourth consecutive win across all competitions.
Newcastle's midfield duo of Bruno Guimaraes and Sandro Tonali excelled, with Tonali's control and Guimaraes' pressing key to the victory.
Despite appeals from Aston Villa's manager Unai Emery, the red card decision stood, leaving Villa with their fifth straight away defeat.