Guimarães goal helps Newcastle beat 10-man Burnley

Guimarães goal helps Newcastle beat 10-man Burnley

Newcastle United secured a narrow victory over 10-man Burnley. Bruno Guimarães scored an incredible goal direct from a corner before Anthony Gordon added a second from the penalty spot after Lucas Pires was sent off for a foul on Anthony Elanga just before the interval.

Despite their numerical disadvantage, Burnley mounted a late charge. Zian Flemming converted a stoppage-time penalty to give his side hope. The visitors almost snatched a point at the death, but Josh Laurent missed a clear headed chance, allowing Newcastle to hang on for the win.

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