Guimaraes Strikes Late to Secure Crucial Victory for Newcastle

On October 25, 2025, Newcastle United secured a crucial 2-1 victory over Fulham in the Premier League, thanks to a late goal from midfielder Bruno Guimaraes. The match at St James' Park was a closely contested affair, with both teams creating chances throughout.

Newcastle had taken the lead in the 18th minute through a goal from Jacob Murphy, but Fulham equalized in the 56th minute through a header from Sasa Lukic. The game appeared to be heading for a draw, but Guimaraes struck in the 90th minute to snatch all three points for the home side.

The win lifts Newcastle from 14th to 11th in the Premier League table, providing a much-needed boost to their season. The team had made a slow start to the campaign but had shown signs of improvement in recent weeks, including a thumping victory over Benfica in the Champions League.

The match was not without its drama, as Newcastle twice struck the woodwork before taking the lead, and Guimaraes himself missed a sitter earlier in the game. Fulham also forced their way back into the match, with the introduction of Kevin proving particularly effective.

The victory will be a welcome relief for Newcastle manager Eddie Howe, who has been working to instill a sense of consistency and cohesion in his squad. The team's defensive record has been solid, but they have struggled to convert their chances at the other end, a problem that was nearly their undoing against Fulham.