Report and free match highlights from the Premier League clash between Newcastle and Aston Villa at St James’ Park as Kieran Trippier’s free-kick sealed a third straight win for Eddie Howe’s Magpies; Ollie Watkins second-half header ruled out for offside after VAR review
Sunday 13 February 2022 16:16, UK
Newcastle’s Premier League survival hopes gained further momentum as a superb Kieran Trippier free-kick earned them a 1-0 win over Aston Villa.
For the third game in succession, the Magpies scored from a direct free-kick, when the right-back curled home moments after the VAR had ruled a foul on Joe Willock had taken place outside the penalty area (35).
The visitors thought they had levelled with an hour gone, but Ollie Waktins’ leveller was ruled out after he was adjudged to have strayed marginally offside following another VAR review, leaving Newcastle four points above the Premier League relegation zone.
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“Without a shadow of a doubt he is my man of the match. He was composed at the back and all of his work has been really good, particularly his headed clearances. I have not seen the Newcastle defence as organised as this for some time.”
What’s next?
Newcastle visit West Ham next Saturday in the Premier League at 12.30pm while Aston Villa host Watford on the same day at 3pm.