Newcastle United got the win against Nottingham Forest, but it didn’t come without its problems.
The win was a huge one for Eddie Howe’s side who were desperate to gain some momentum after back-to-back defeats in the Premier League including an embarrassing loss to Manchester City.
Newcastle’s win against Nottingham Forest sees them move up to fifth in the Premier League table, level on points with fourth-place Man City. Lewis Miley marked his return to the starting XI with a well-taken goal to get the Magpies back into the game after going behind after six minutes.
The 18-year-old’s strike was the first of four goals in 11 minutes for Newcastle which proved to be enough to ensure a late comeback attempt from Forest was in vain.
Newcastle fans chanted for Elliot Anderson when he was taken off late into the game, the fans still adore him even after he was sold last summer.
As Newcastle celebrate the win, there was a moment involving Anthony Gordon that was spotted by fans in attendance.Anthony Gordon furious with Callum Wilson in Newcastle win
Callum Wilson was brought on for Alexander Isak late on in the game to ensure the Magpies secured all three points. He did just that, staying up as the only attacker whenever the ball was cleared.
During stoppage time, Wilson, who earns £100,000-per-week, broke away down the right-hand side twice. The first time he was intercepted, the second time he managed to work his way inside the penalty area to shoot but his effort was blocked by Murillo.
There is a chance Wilson may not have seen him, but Gordon was making a run inside the box. Wilson had a big chance to play him in for the Magpies’ fifth but instead opted for the shot. The effort visibly infuriated Gordon who was seen throwing his arm in the air after Wilson’s attempt was blocked.Newcastle won the game, but things could have been a lot worse had they needed a goal at that time. Wilson has only just returned from injury following a lengthy layoff with a lingering hamstring problem – he scored his first goal of the season in Newcastle’s 3-2 win against Birmingham City in the FA Cup.Callum Wilson could leave Newcastle in the summer
While Newcastle players and fans were left frustrated with Wilson for his antics at the end of the game, there is a big chance that this season could be his last on Tyneside.
Wilson is one of several players out of contract at the end of the season and could leave if he doesn’t pen a new deal. As it stands, there has been no news on whether he will sign a new deal or if there are even talks ongoing.
The 32-year-olds future could depend on whether Newcastle qualify for European football, where they will need as many domestic players as possible.
Reports suggest that Wilson is not expected to stay at Newcastle past this season – clubs in Saudi Arabia and the MLS are keen on signing him but the England international is keen to stay in England for the next year at least.
Other players nearing the end of their contracts include Fabian Schar, Jamaal Lascelles, Mark Gillespie and John Ruddy.
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