Newcastle keeps hope for European competition alive as they rain terror on Tottenham in 4:0 showdown

Newcastle United ruthlessly capitalized on defensive lapses from Tottenham Hotspur in an exhilarating encounter at St James’ Park.

Alexander Isak and Anthony Gordon proved to be the architects of Spurs’ downfall, as they fired home within minutes of each other during a pulsating first half.

Isak continued to haunt the Spurs defense in the second half, securing a crucial victory for the hosts with an early goal after the break. Fabian Schar compounded Tottenham’s misery with a late header, sealing a comprehensive 4-0 win for Newcastle.

The game started with injuries forcing Newcastle manager Eddie Howe into a tactical reshuffle, opting for a three-man defense against Spurs’ visit. The alteration resulted in an open and entertaining contest, with Timo Werner squandering the first opportunity of the game for Spurs.

Werner’s profligacy proved costly as Isak broke the deadlock for Newcastle on the half-hour mark, capitalizing on Gordon’s incisive pass to leave the Spurs defense in disarray.

Just over a minute later, Gordon capitalized on a defensive error from Pedro Porro to double Newcastle’s lead, leaving Spurs reeling from memories of their previous heavy defeat at St James’ Park.

Isak continued to trouble the Spurs backline, coming close to adding his second goal before halftime. Despite Spurs’ claims for a penalty being waved away, Newcastle remained resolute in defense and carried their momentum into the second half.

Isak wasted no time in extending Newcastle’s lead after the break, calmly slotting home following a well-timed pass from Bruno Guimaraes. Despite Tottenham’s attempts to mount a comeback, Isak’s near-miss for a hat-trick and efforts from Elliot Anderson and Emil Krafth kept Newcastle in control.

Isak wasted no time in extending Newcastle’s lead after the break, calmly slotting home following a well-timed pass from Bruno Guimaraes. Despite Tottenham’s attempts to mount a comeback, Isak’s near-miss for a hat-trick and efforts from Elliot Anderson and Emil Krafth kept Newcastle in control.

Newcastle’s dominance was epitomized by Schar’s late header from a corner, putting the result beyond doubt and securing a memorable victory for Howe’s side. In contrast, Spurs were left to ponder their passive defending and lackluster performance, outplayed and outclassed by a rampant Newcastle outfit.