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Barnes' 102nd Minute Stunner Seals Chaotic Newcastle Win
7 Jan
Summary
- Harvey Barnes scored a dramatic 102nd-minute winner for Newcastle United.
- Brenden Aaronson netted twice for Leeds, including a penalty.
- Newcastle United secured their third consecutive victory in all competitions.

Newcastle United secured a dramatic 4-3 victory against Leeds United, with Harvey Barnes netting the winning goal in the 102nd minute. The match was filled with action and emotion, including widespread tributes to former Newcastle icon Kevin Keegan following his recent cancer diagnosis. Fans displayed banners and sang songs in his honor throughout the game.
Leeds United took the lead three times, with Brenden Aaronson scoring twice, the second from an 89th-minute penalty. However, Newcastle consistently fought back. Goals from Nick Woltemade, Joelinton, and Barnes ultimately secured the win for the home side, marking Newcastle's third consecutive victory.
This win was significant for Newcastle, extending their unbeaten home streak to 12 games in all competitions. Despite facing an intense schedule and defensive challenges, including an injury to Fabian Schar, the team demonstrated resilience. Leeds United, meanwhile, suffered their first loss in eight matches, though their performance suggested continued confidence despite the defeat.




