Newcastle United Edge Nottingham Forest 4-3 in Thrilling Premier League Clash

Newcastle United bolstered their Champions League aspirations with a thrilling 4-3 victory over Nottingham Forest at St. James' Park on February 23, 2025.

Despite conceding an early goal to Callum Hudson-Odoi in the 6th minute, the Magpies mounted a swift and decisive response. Lewis Miley equalized in the 23rd minute, followed by Jacob Murphy's strike in the 25th. Alexander Isak then delivered a rapid brace, including a penalty, in the 33rd and 34th minutes, propelling Newcastle to a commanding 4-1 lead. 

Nottingham Forest regrouped in the second half, narrowing the deficit with goals from Nikola Milenkovic in the 63rd minute and Ryan Yates in the 90th. However, Newcastle's defense held firm in the tense final moments to secure the win. 

Alexander Isak's performance was particularly noteworthy; his two goals not only contributed significantly to the victory but also elevated him to 19 goals this season, tying him with Erling Haaland as the Premier League's second-highest scorer. This feat also marked his 50th goal in the English league, achieved in just 76 appearances, surpassing the scoring rates of notable players such as Cristiano Ronaldo and Harry Kane. 

This victory propels Newcastle United to 44 points, positioning them in the competitive race for European qualification. Conversely, Nottingham Forest, despite their valiant effort, remain at 47 points, underscoring the tight contest in the Premier League standings.