00:01Newcastle United boosted their confidence ahead of a huge European test by running out a 1-0 win
00:07over Chelsea at Stamford Bridge. It was only Newcastle's second league win at the West London
00:13ground in more than three decades and it's highlighted the resilience that has become a
00:19hallmark of Eddie Howe's side. The decisive moment came early, a quick transition caught Chelsea's
00:25attempted offside trap out with Tina Livermento releasing Joe Willock down the right. Willock's
00:30square cross goal for Anthony Gordon who finished into an empty net to give the visitors the lead.
00:37From that point, Newcastle focused on discipline and organisation. Chelsea dominated possession
00:43but struggled to create clear chances against a determined defence, marshalled by goalkeeper Aaron
00:49Ramsdale. Despite the pressure, Newcastle held firm to secure a valuable three points that
00:53strengthened their position in the race for European qualification. The result also provides
00:59momentum before a major continental challenge against Barcelona in the UEFA Champions League.
01:06Facing one of Europe's biggest clubs will demand another level of performance,
01:10but the discipline display in London suggests how side are capable of rising to the occasion.
01:17If the magpies can replicate the defensive organisation and clinical counterattacking shown
01:22at Stamford Bridge, they will travel into that clash believing they can trouble the Spanish giants.
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