Premier League GW35 - Newcastle vs Sheff Utd

Newcastle vs Sheff Utd | Picture Credits: Premier League Website

In a pivotal Premier League match at St. James' Park, Newcastle United overcame Sheffield United 5-1 thanks to a dominant display. Newcastle overcame an early deficit thanks to goals from Isak, Guimaraes, Osborn's own goal, and a late goal from Wilson. Sheffield United's Premier League relegation was confirmed by the outcome.

Newcastle:

Newcastle's four-game winning streak came to an end in midweek when they lost 2-0 to a revitalised Crystal Palace team (W3 D1 before). They are only three points behind Manchester United in sixth position at the beginning of the day, but they need to get back to winning ways today if they hope to hang onto a European slot because the clubs below them are beginning to close the gap.

Sheff Utd:

After an extremely difficult season in which they have only won three games, Sheffield United will be relegated today if they lose. Even a victory could be enough to send them down if Nottingham Forest defeated Manchester City tomorrow. A tie would not be sufficient if Luton Town defeated Wolves. The team captained by Chris Wilder has lost their past three games and is winless in their last ten games (D3 L7).

Line ups:

NEWCASTLE UNITED STARTING XI (4-3-3): Martin Dubravka; Tino Livramento, Fabian Schar, Dan Burn, Lewis Hall; Sean Longstaff, Bruno Guimaraes, Elliot Anderson; Jacob Murphy, Alexander Isak, Anthony Gordon.

NEWCASTLE UNITED SUBS: Harvey Barnes, Paul Dummett, Loris Karius, Emil Krafth, Alex Murphy, Ben Parkinson, Matt Ritchie, Joe White, Callum Wilson.

SHEFFIELD UNITED STARTING XI (3-5-2): Wes Foderingham; Mason Holgate, Anel Ahmedhodzic, Auston Trusty; Jayden Bogle, Gustavo Hamer, Oliver Arblaster, Andre Brooks, Ben Osborn; Cameron Archer, Ben Brereton Diaz.

SHEFFIELD UNITED SUBS: Anis Ben Slimane, Sam Curtis, William Osula, Ivo Grbic, Yasser Larouci, Louie Marsh, Oliver Norwood, Jack Robinson, Vinicius Souza.

St James Park | Picture Credits - Get into Newcastle

Ahmedhodzic scored a goal within 5 minutes as the match started for Sheff Utd which gave them a lead of 0-1 | Picture Credits: Premier League Website

First Half: Early Setback and Newcastle's Response
Ahmedhodzic's header gave Sheffield United an early lead that startled Newcastle. But Newcastle came back strong, and Isak, who had been put up by Murphy, equalised with a neat finish. First half created the ideal conditions for a thrilling second half.

Second Half: Newcastle's Dominance and Sheffield United's Collapse
In the second half, Newcastle took the lead thanks to a corner that Guimaraes nodded in. After Gordon was tripped by Holgate in the box, Isak calmly converted a penalty to double their lead. Osborn unintentionally gave Newcastle an even bigger lead with an own goal, adding to Sheffield United's misery. Wilson's goal put an end to Newcastle's commanding performance and ensured a convincing 5-1 triumph.

Isak led Newcastle to victory with two vital goals, making him the team's top performer. Newcastle's victory also included goals from Wilson late in the game and Guimaraes' header. Even though Newcastle gave up early, they persevered and won the game, which was crucial.

The 5-1 triumph of Newcastle United over Sheffield United served as a declaration of intent as they pursue European qualification. Following a dismal season, the outcome also confirmed Sheffield United's relegation from the Premier League. Newcastle will try to build on this performance and have a great season finale with three games left. Sheffield United will evaluate their season and be ready for life in the Championship in the meantime.

Isak scored a goal and broke the deadlock for Newcastle which levelled the score to 1-1 | Picture Credits: Premier League Website

Guimaraes's goal for Newcastle gave them a lead of 2-1 | Picture Credits: Premier League Website

Isak scored one more goal through penalty for Newcastle which doubled their lead to 3-1 | Picture Credits: Newcastle Website

Wilson's goal for Newcastle increased their lead to 5-1 | Picture Credits: Newcastle Website