- Alexander Isak continued his prolific form
- The hosts got off to a flying start, with Anthony Gordon curling home a stunning opener
- Joelinton sealed the victory with a late curling effort
Alexander Isak continued his prolific form, leading Newcastle United to a 3-0 victory over 10-man Aston Villa. This result propelled the Magpies into fifth place in the Premier League.
The hosts got off to a flying start, with Anthony Gordon curling home a stunning opener after just 80 seconds. Joelinton initiated the attack, capitalizing on an interception by Sandro Tonali.
Villa’s hopes of a comeback were severely hampered in the 32nd minute when striker Jhon Duran was sent off for violent conduct. Referee Anthony Taylor deemed Duran’s challenge on Fabian Schar deliberate, despite the Colombian’s protests of accidental contact.
Villa manager Unai Emery expressed his frustration with the decision, criticizing the lack of VAR intervention. “You have to use VAR,” Emery argued. “The referee should have taken his time and consulted with the VAR. He needs to be smarter and calmer in these situations.”
Isak, who netted a hat-trick against Ipswich Town on Saturday, added Newcastle’s second goal early in the second half. He tapped in from close range after Jacob Murphy’s cross.
Joelinton sealed the victory with a late curling effort, capitalizing on a Villa error.
This resounding win saw Newcastle surpass both Villa and reigning champions Manchester City in the league table. Villa, meanwhile, suffered their fifth consecutive away defeat, dropping to ninth place.
