Newcastle midfielder Joelinton netted two goals in the Premier League last season.
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Joelinton Secures Victory for 10-Man Newcastle Against Southampton
Joelinton’s goal delivered a hard-fought opening-day win for 10-man Newcastle over newly promoted Southampton in a heated match at St James’ Park.
Key Moment: McCarthy’s Error
Joelinton Goal Newcastle Win A poor pass from Southampton goalkeeper Alex McCarthy allowed striker Alexander Isak to assist Brazil midfielder Joelinton, who scored with Newcastle’s only shot on target just before halftime.
Controversial Red Card
Joelinton Goal Newcastle Win The goal came 17 minutes after Newcastle defender Fabian Schar received a red card for a head-to-head clash with Ben Brereton Diaz, who had been pushed by the Southampton forward. Brereton Diaz fell to the ground after minimal contact, leading referee Craig Pawson to dismiss Schar.
St James’ Park Response
Schar’s dismissal energized the crowd at St James’ Park, with the noise increasing as Eddie Howe’s team fought hard to defend against Southampton’s repeated attacks.
Tense Half-Time
Tempers flared at halftime with both teams involved in pushing and shoving in the tunnel.
Southampton’s Near Miss
In a quieter second half, Southampton narrowly missed an equalizer through Brereton Diaz. Lewis Hall’s excellent clearance off the line preserved Newcastle’s clean sheet.
Shot Statistics
Despite taking 19 shots, Southampton failed to score, while Newcastle managed only three attempts.
Newcastle’s European Ambitions
Newcastle’s Champions League campaign ended at the group stage last season. Their goal for this season is to return to Europe’s top competition.
Memorable Away Games
Eddie Howe’s team and their supporters enjoyed trips to Paris Saint-Germain and AC Milan. However, Manchester United’s FA Cup win meant Newcastle’s seventh-place finish was insufficient for European qualification.
Strong Start and Key Players
The new season offers a more manageable schedule. With standout players like Isak, Anthony Gordon, and Bruno Guimarães, Newcastle aims to challenge for top spots again.
Transfer Market Moves
Retaining key players was crucial for Howe this summer. The club is actively strengthening the squad, including several unsuccessful bids for Crystal Palace’s Marc Guehi.
Upcoming Match
Newcastle will face Bournemouth on Sunday, August 25, aiming to secure back-to-back victories.
