Newcastle 2-1 Spurs Isak Secures Late Win at St James Park

Newcastle 2-1 Spurs Isak Secures Late Win at St James Park

Newcastle United defeated Tottenham Hotspur 2-1 on September 1, 2024, at St. James’ Park in a thrilling match. Alexander Isak’s decisive late goal ensured that the Magpies continued their unbeaten start to the Premier League season, while Spurs rued missed opportunities.

The match unfolded with Newcastle catching the early momentum. Alexander Isak’s audacious attempt struck the crossbar, and Harvey Barnes narrowly missed moments later. Tottenham responded with a near-goal of their own as Cristian Romero’s header was ruled offside. Despite the visitors’ pressure, it was Newcastle who took the lead against the run of play in the 37th minute. Harvey Barnes, expertly picked out by Lloyd Kelly inside the box, scored to give the hosts a 1-0 advantage at half-time.

Spurs stepped up their efforts in the second half, and they were rewarded in the 56th minute when Dan Burn accidentally levelled the score by turning Brennan Johnson’s parried shot into the net. Tottenham’s attacking pressure continued, with Pape Sarr and Dejan Kulusevski both having attempts blocked, and a deflected cross from Pedro Porro hitting the woodwork. Despite their persistent efforts, Spurs struggled to find a second goal.

The decisive moment came in the 78th minute when Isak capitalized on a swift counter-attack. Joelinton’s precise pass found Jacob Murphy, who squared the ball for Isak to slot home, securing the win for Newcastle. This goal not only sealed the match but also highlighted Newcastle’s ability to exploit counter-attacking opportunities effectively.

The victory maintains Newcastle’s strong start to the season and propels them into the top four of the Premier League. At the same time, Tottenham’s inability to convert their dominance into goals leaves them sitting mid-table. Newcastle’s solid performance, particularly in defence, ensured they took all three points despite the sustained pressure from their opponents.