Newcastle United produced a stunning late comeback to defeat Leeds United 4–3 in a breathtaking Premier League encounter, scoring twice in stoppage time to seal a remarkable victory at St James’ Park.
The result extends Newcastle’s impressive unbeaten home run across all competitions to 12 matches (W10, D2), further cementing their reputation as a formidable force on Tyneside. The clash marked the Magpies’ second of four consecutive home fixtures, with another electric atmosphere driving an unforgettable night of football.
Leeds nearly struck first in the early stages when Pascal Struijk rose highest to meet Anton Stach’s curling set-piece, only to see his header drift narrowly over the crossbar. Newcastle thought they had taken the lead moments later through Fabian Schär, who headed into an empty net after beating Lucas Perri in the air, but the goal was disallowed for a foul on the goalkeeper.
Despite that warning, Eddie Howe’s side struggled to find rhythm, and Leeds were rewarded for their positive approach. Dominic Calvert-Lewin intercepted a loose Malick Thiaw pass before releasing Brenden Aaronson, who fired a superb right-footed effort beyond Nick Pope to give the visitors a deserved lead.
Leeds’ advantage did not last long, however, as Harvey Barnes—once again proving a thorn in their side—equalised from close range, scoring his seventh career goal against the Whites and swinging momentum back towards the hosts.
Just as Newcastle appeared to be gaining control, Leeds struck again from the penalty spot. Thiaw was penalised for a handball inside the area, and Calvert-Lewin calmly converted the spot-kick to restore Leeds’ lead. The goal marked his seventh career strike against Newcastle and his eighth in ten Premier League appearances, rounding off a pulsating first half.
The drama continued after the break, with Newcastle levelling the score for a second time through a moment of Brazilian brilliance. Bruno Guimarães delivered an audacious outside-of-the-foot pass that Joelinton met with a stunning diving header to make it 2–2.
Chances came thick and fast as the game opened up. Newcastle were denied a third when a goalmouth scramble saw Schär strike the post before Perri kept out Nick Woltemade on the rebound. Leeds then went close themselves, with James Justin’s header crashing against the bar after Pope was caught off his line.
Injuries added to the chaos, as Schär was stretchered off following a heavy collision with Calvert-Lewin. Shortly after, Leeds regained the lead once more. Ilia Gruev picked out Aaronson, who danced past Sven Botman before finishing clinically to complete his brace.
The twists were far from over. Aaronson was adjudged to have handled Lewis Hall’s cross inside the box, allowing Guimarães to step up and convert the resulting penalty to make it 3–3.
Then, deep into stoppage time, Harvey Barnes delivered the decisive moment. Showing remarkable composure, the winger netted his second goal of the night and Newcastle’s fourth, sparking wild celebrations and sealing what many will consider one of the Premier League’s most thrilling matches of the season.
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