Liverpool struck late through Divock Origi to move back top of the Premier League with a thrilling 3-2 win at Newcastle on Saturday (Mar 4) and keep their hopes of a first title for 29 years alive but suffered a major scare after injury to Mohamed Salah. Divock Origi heads home Liverpool's winner in a 3-2 victory at Newcastle. (Photo: AFP/Lindsey PARNABY) Liverpool lost Salah to a head knock that will make him a doubt for Tuesday's Champions League semi-final, second leg against Barcelona. Newcastle had twice come from behind through Christian Atsu and Salomon Rondon to cancel out goals from Virgil van Dijk and Salah. However, Jurgen Klopp's men piled the pressure back on Manchester City by moving two points clear of the champions thanks to Origi's header four minutes from time. The title remains in City's hands as they have two games remaining to Liverpool's one. However, in a recurring theme of a thrilling title race, Liverpool dug deep late on to continue asking questions … [Read more...] about Liverpool back on top with Newcastle win but lose Salah
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Arsenal move up to third as Ramsey, Lacazette sink Newcastle
Newcastle United's Paul Dummett (left) blocks a cross from Arsenal's Alexandre Lacazette during the English Premier League football match. (Glyn KIRK/AFP) Aaron Ramsey's first half strike was followed by Alexandre Lacazette's killer second in the closing stages at the Emirates Stadium, maintaining Arsenal's impressive progress under Emery. Emery's side climbed two points above fourth placed Tottenham and fifth placed Manchester United to bolster their chance of qualifying for the Champions League via a top-four finish with seven games to go. It is the first time Arsenal have been as high as third place since April 2017, highlighting their improvement since former Paris Saint Germain boss Emery replaced Arsene Wenger at the end of last season. Ramsey's fifth goal of the season was only his second since he signed a lucrative pre-contract agreement to join Juventus at the end of the current campaign. But, while Ramsey won't be part of Emery's long-term plans, the future still looks … [Read more...] about Arsenal move up to third as Ramsey, Lacazette sink Newcastle
News Leicester welcome Rodgers with win, Newcastle end Burnley run
Viet Nam News ENGLAND — New Leicester manager Brendan Rodgers watched on from the stands as the Foxes beat Brighton 2-1, while Newcastle pulled further clear of the relegation battle by defeating Burnley on Tuesday. Rodgers was confirmed as Claude Puel’s successor just before kick-off at the King Power after dramatically leaving Celtic despite being on course for a third straight domestic treble in Scotland. The Northern Irishman saw what his new side are capable of as Demarai Gray and Jamie Vardy put the hosts into a 2-0 lead before Davy Propper pulled a goal back. "I spoke to them about the incoming manager and just said we had to concentrate on the game. He’s given the players a boost. He said he’s excited to get started," said Leicester’s caretaker manager Mike Stowell. "It’s been a difficult season on and off the pitch but I think we should be seventh for the quality we have. "Today’s win broke four defeats on the spin so hopefully … [Read more...] about News Leicester welcome Rodgers with win, Newcastle end Burnley run
Newcastle denied as Dubravka howler rescues Wolves
Viet Nam News Football WOLVERHAMPTON — Newcastle goalkeeper Martin Dubravka damaged his side’s bid to avoid relegation for the second successive match as his late howler gifted Wolves a 1-1 draw on Monday. Rafael Benitez’s side were seconds away from a valuable victory after Isaac Hayden’s first goal since 2017 put them ahead in the second half at Molineux. Hayden’s goal had come via a weak attempted save from Wolves keeper Rui Patricio. But it was Dubravka’s clanger at the other end that stole the headlines when the Slovakian allowed a cross to slip through his grasp as Willy Boly headed home deep into stoppage-time. Dubravka will be public enemy No.1 on Tyneside after his latest gaffe, which came just days after he let Son Heung-min’s shot squirm through his legs to give Tottenham a late winner. With controversial Newcastle owner Mike Ashley watching from the stands, it was a bitter pill to swallow for Benitez, who refused to protect … [Read more...] about Newcastle denied as Dubravka howler rescues Wolves
Boly heads in dramatic late equalizer as Wolves draw 1-1 with Newcastle
Boly heads in dramatic late equalizer as Wolves draw 1-1 with NewcastleThe Saigon Times Daily Wolverhampton Wanderers' Willy Boly celebrates scoring their first goal with team mates as Newcastle players look dejected at Molineux Stadium, Wolverhampton, Britain February 11, 2019 – PHOTO: REUTERS LONDON (REUTERS) - Defender Willy Boly headed in an equalizer in the dying seconds as Wolverhampton Wanderers snatched a dramatic 1-1 draw with Newcastle United in the Premier League on Monday. After a run of three successive wins, Wolves looked like they were about to come unstuck as Isaac Hayden gave the visitors the lead 11 minutes into the second half while the home side’s attack failed to catch fire. Striker Raul Jimenez had a night to forget, blazing over the bar in the first half and heading the ball wide with the goal at his mercy late in the second. Newcastle’s record signing Miguel Almiron, the Paraguayan striker who joined from Major League Soccer side … [Read more...] about Boly heads in dramatic late equalizer as Wolves draw 1-1 with Newcastle
Man City title hopes hit by shock defeat at Newcastle
Man City title hopes hit by shock defeat at Newcastle The Saigon Times Daily Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola reacts during the match at St James' Park, Newcastle, Britain January 29, 2019 – PHOTO: REUTERS LONDON (REUTERS) - Manchester City’s hopes of retaining their Premier League title suffered a potentially grievous blow as struggling Newcastle United earned a remarkable 2-1 comeback win over the champions at St James’ Park on Tuesday. City were far from their rampant best but a goal after 24 seconds from Sergio Aguero had looked set to ease them on their way to a victory that would have put them within a point of leaders Liverpool. Instead, Newcastle, who have been labouring just above the relegation zone, hit back in the most unlikely fashion after halftime, with a goal from Salomon Rondon and an 80th minute penalty by Matt Ritchie that now elevates them to 14th. It meant an end to the fantastic start to the New Year for Pep Guardiola’s … [Read more...] about Man City title hopes hit by shock defeat at Newcastle
Mourinho’s United deliver comeback win over Newcastle
Mourinho's United deliver comeback win over NewcastleThe Saigon Times Daily Manchester United's Alexis Sanchez celebrates scoring their third goal with Marouane Fellaini at Old Trafford, Manchester, Britain - October 6, 2018 – PHOTO: REUTERS MANCHESTER (REUTERS) - With manager Jose Mourinho’s job reportedly on the line, Manchester United finally discovered their missing spirit to battle back from two goals down to beat Newcastle United 3-2 at Old Trafford on Saturday. A 90th-minute winner from Alexis Sanchez, one of the major disappointments of this season, completed the comeback which should ease the pressure on Mourinho. United were staring at a fifth straight game without a win, in all competitions, after Newcastle scored twice in the opening ten minutes. And although Mourinho’s side were chaotic and disjointed for much of their response, three goals in the final 20 minutes were a powerful response from a team that had looked on the ropes. Newcastle took … [Read more...] about Mourinho’s United deliver comeback win over Newcastle
Newcastle suffer early League Cup exit, Everton roll on
Newcastle vs Nottingham Forest at the League Cup on Wednesday. — Photo newsline.comViet Nam News Football LONDON — Newcastle’s miserable start to the season suffered another blow with a dramatic late 3-1 defeat to Championship side Nottingham Forest on Wednesday to crash out of the League Cup at the second round. There was no such strife for Premier League high flyers Everton and Watford, who continued their unbeaten starts to the campaign with victories over Rotherham and Reading respectively to make round three. Newcastle boss Rafa Benitez had been fiercely criticised for his negative approach in defeat to Chelsea on Sunday that left the Magpies with just one point from their opening three league games. Benitez made seven changes for the visit to the City Ground but those coming in did their case little good as Daryl Murphy headed the hosts in front inside two minutes. That looked like being enough for Forest, until Salomon Rondon registered his first … [Read more...] about Newcastle suffer early League Cup exit, Everton roll on
Sarri shocked by Benitez’s negative Newcastle
Viet Nam News Football NEWCASTLE — Maurizio Sarri joined the chorus of disapproval for the negative tactics employed by Newcastle manager Rafa Benitez as Chelsea won 2-1 at St James’ Park on Sunday. Sarri said he was stunned by the Benitez’s defensive approach as Newcastle put nine men behind the ball and played with one striker, despite being the home side. "We knew that it would be a difficult game for us, and every team that comes here," Sarri said. "But it has been more difficult because in Italy I never saw Rafa play with five defenders at the back," said Sarri, who arrived in the summer after leaving a job at Napoli where he had succeeded Benitez. "It meant we needed to move the ball very fast." Others were even more scathing of Benitez after Newcastle enjoyed less than 20 per cent of the possession. Former Liverpool star Jamie Redknapp, working for Sky Sports, said: "I don’t buy into those tactics. If you’re going to Manchester City, against … [Read more...] about Sarri shocked by Benitez’s negative Newcastle
Walcott downs Newcastle to boost under-fire Allardyce
Viet Nam News LIVERPOOL — Theo Walcott did his best to boost Sam Allardyce’s approval rating as the Everton winger clinched a 1-0 win against Newcastle United in the Premier League on Monday. Allardyce has been under fire for Everton’s dour style of play since he was hired in November and fans called for his dismissal following a draw at struggling Swansea City in their previous match. The pressure on the former England manager was increased by his own club last week when Everton took the curious decision to send a survey to a group of supporters asking them to rate his performance on a scale of zero to 10. Toffees chairman Bill Kenwright apologised for a gaffe that added to the perception Allardyce is on borrowed time with Everton. Against that troubled backdrop, Allardyce -- who has lifted Everton away from the relegation zone in his brief reign -- couldn’t afford to see his side’s winless run extend to four matches against the club that sacked him … [Read more...] about Walcott downs Newcastle to boost under-fire Allardyce