Wayne Lumbasi
Newcastle United moved out of the relegation zone courtesy of a 3-1 victory over Everton, as Frank Lampard’s first Premier League match in charge of the Toffees ended in a worrying defeat.
The visitors had taken the lead on 36 minutes when the unfortunate Jamaal Lascelles diverted into his own net after Mason Holgate’s shot was cleared off the line.
The same two players were involved again under two minutes later when Lascelles’ thumping header came back off the bar and flew into the net via Holgate.
A rocking St James’ Park crowd celebrated as though survival was assured at the final whistle. Although there is a long way to go before they can breathe easy, Newcastle are finally moving in the right direction after a torrid season so far.
Their third victory of the season lifted them above Norwich City into 17th place with 18 points from 22 games, although Norwich host Crystal Palace on Wednesday.
“It shows massive character from the team. We know the position we are in. We got a great three points but still loads of games to go and we are taking one at a time,” Tripper said.
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