Premier League: Nine men Newcastle claim 3-2 win against Southampton as Joe Willock and Minamino scores on their debuts (Highlights) 2020-2021

Newcastle held on to claim a narrow win over Southampton despite losing a player to injury and a red card at the St James Park on Saturday. 

Nine-man Newcastle  quickly took advantage to secure a commanding early lead. First, Willock tapped in a debut goal after brilliant work from Saint-Maximin, before Almiron's deflected effort doubled their lead. Minamino pulled one back for Southampton with a tremendous run and finish, only for Almiron to restore the two goal advantage before the interval. The second half swung decisively in the away side's favour though: Ward-Prowse immediately whipped in a brilliant free-kick and Hendrick's red card gave them real hope. However, Newcastle defended bravely and even after they went down to nine men, when Schar was stretchered off, they held on to claim a huge three points.  

The result means that Newcastle stretch the gap between themselves and the relegation zone to 11 points, while Southampton remain in 12th.