Tottenham vs Newcastle LIVE: Premier League result and final score as visitors continue hot streak

A fuming Ange Postecoglou mentioned his depleted Tottenham facet would have crushed Newcastle had the match taken place on a “a fair and truthful taking part in floor” after the guests scored a controversial equaliser of their 2-1 win.

Postecoglou mentioned he was “proud” of his staff’s “excellent” efforts however was livid with Newcastle’s equaliser within the first half, which got here simply two minutes and 20 seconds after Dominic Solanke’s early opener. Tottenham misplaced possession taking part in out from defence however the ball struck Newcastle midfielder Joelinton’s hand within the build-up as up Anthony Gordon went on to attain.

Newcastle got here from behind to clinch a fifth straight Premier League win and inflict extra ache on Ange Postecoglou’s depleted Tottenham.

Spurs, who have been with out 11 gamers, went forward after 4 minutes by Dominic Solanke however their celebrations have been short-lived with Anthony Gordon in a position to equalise within the sixth minute.

There was a component of controversy in regards to the leveller after Joelinton dealt with within the build-up, however VAR allowed the objective to face and Eddie Howe’s males claimed all three factors because of Alexander Isak’s 14th objective of the season earlier than half-time.

Ange Postecoglou, talking to TNT Sports activities, says he’s “proud” of his staff and believes Tottenham deserved to win the sport.

“Vastly pleased with the gamers. Excellent contemplating the state of affairs we’re in. We deserved to win that sport. All issues being equal we might have.”

Requested about Newcastle’s first objective, which hit Joelinton’s hand.

“I don’t really feel exhausting accomplished by. That’s the best way they need to do issues. The very last thing I would like is a proof.”

Only one Premier League win in eight for Tottenham now since beating Manchester Metropolis 4-0 in November. It’s 5 factors from a doable 24 throughout that run.

They might end the weekend in 14th, however that might require Manchester United beating Liverpool and West Ham beating Man Metropolis.

An awesome sport for the impartial and Newcastle confirmed their metal within the second half. It was harking back to their top-four marketing campaign from a few years in the past the place Eddie Howe’s staff confirmed a lot of battle and grit at instances.

How Tottenham may use a few of that. They contributed to a different entertaining sport however that’s the issue. They have been only a bit too simple to play in opposition to at instances within the first half, which is comprehensible given their absences.

An excellent win for Newcastle, who climb as much as fifth! Six wins in a row in all competitions and 5 within the Premier League.

90+10 minutes: We go on. One final likelihood for Spurs to get it lengthy however Livramento wins the problem with Son. Tonali wins a throw on the far facet, in entrance of the Newcastle followers.

90+9 minutes: Newcastle have the ball again within the nook. Guimaraes and Joelinton are loving it.

90+7 minutes: SAVE! One other sensible Porro supply from the suitable is met by Solanke. However he can’t steer the header both facet of Dubravka!

90+5 minutes: One other save for Brandon Austin as he stands as much as save Harvey Barnes’ flick. Bruno Guimaraes celebrates one other Newcastle nook – and I don’t assume this may come into the field.