Just two days after a late defeat against Everton, Newcastle United faced West Bromwich Albion at The Hawthorns. This game was crucial as a win for Newcastle would see them move level on points with the Baggies, while a win for West Brom would see Newcastle six points beneath their opponents.
This game was crucial as a win for Newcastle would see them move level on points with the Baggies, while a win for West Brom would see Newcastle six points beneath their opponents.
Newcastle looked tired and West Brom took full advantage to dominate the game. Both teams hit the woodwork numerous times in an open and lively game.
Darren Fletcher nodded in a floated cross to put the Baggies 1-0 up, and perhaps Darlow should have done better. A deserved defeat.
Here’s the game in pictures.
