THE newcastle entered the field this Tuesday to face Southampton in search of forwarding their classification to the English League Cup final. at St. Mary’s Stadium, the visitors scored with the Brazilian Joelinton and won by 1-0.
Now, both teams will have seven days to prepare for the return game, which will take place next Tuesday, at 5 pm (Brasília time), at St. James Park, home of Newcastle. The home team will play with the advantage of the goal they scored in this Tuesday’s match.
WE TAKE A ONE GOAL LEAD INTO THE SECOND LEG! 🙌 pic.twitter.com/jYmK6IFEkO
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The first half ended with the score zero. Neither team created many clear chances to score. Newcastle had the best opportunities, but they didn’t have a good aim. At 38 minutes, Joelinton even scored for Southampton. After a rebound from the goalkeeper, the ball was divided and left for the Brazilian, who scored the goal. VAR, however, came into action and canceled the play, as the midfielder dominated with his arm.
Back from the break, Newcastle missed an incredible chance. A low cross from the right was deflected and left at Joelinton’s feet. The Brazilian, facing the goal, tried to swing the net, but he got it very badly and sent it over the posts. Southampton came close to scoring soon after, but Che Adams’ shot stopped in Pope’s fine save.
After coming very close to scoring twice, Joelinton finally managed to open the scoring. After a move from the right, Isak shot to the bottom line, invaded the area and played hard for the middle. At 28 minutes, the Brazilian appeared among the defenders and pushed for the goal.
At 32 minutes it was Southampton’s turn to have a goal disallowed. Adam Armstrong received a cross close to the goal and lunged for a header. However, the attempt was canceled by VAR, as the striker touched the ball with his hand. With the disadvantage on the scoreboard, Southampton’s situation worsened in the 41st minute, when Duje Caleta-car received his second yellow and was sent off.
Source: Gazetaesportiva
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