Key Takeaways:
- Cristian Romero equalised twice, including a 95th-minute bicycle kick, as Tottenham secured a 2:2 draw at Newcastle
- Newcastle led on two occasions, with Bruno Guimarães and Anthony Gordon both scoring for the home side
- Both teams remain level on points, with Spurs sitting 11th in the table due to their superior goal difference
Match Analysis
Tottenham Hotspur earned a point in dramatic fashion at St. James’ Park, as Cristian Romero’s acrobatic goal in the fifth minute of stoppage time rescued a 2:2 draw against Newcastle United. The visitors, who had arrived at the fixture following five defeats in their last seven outings, looked set to suffer another loss until Romero’s late intervention. The result sees both teams remain equal on points, but Spurs occupy 11th place courtesy of a better goal difference.
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First-Half Opportunities
The hosts started with authority, building the pressure throughout the opening stages. Lewis Miley had an early sight of goal, only to fire directly at the keeper from close range. Later in the first half, Joelinton rattled the post with a strike from a sharp angle in the 35th minute. Tottenham swiftly replied, as Kudus delivered a cross that Bergvall narrowly flicked over the crossbar with a backheel effort.
Second-Half Drama and Late Goals
Newcastle increased the tempo after the interval, forcing Tottenham goalkeeper Vicario to keep out an effort from Barnes. Danso was required to clear the ball off the line to deny Woltemade, as the home side pressed for the breakthrough. Their persistence paid off in the 71st minute when Bruno Guimarães, brought on at half-time, opened the scoring. Tottenham levelled just seven minutes later, with their captain heading home another Kudus delivery.
The closing stages brought further drama. The referee pointed to the spot after ruling that Bentancur had impeded Dan Burn within the area. Anthony Gordon confidently converted the penalty in the 86th minute to restore Newcastle’s advantage. Deep into stoppage time, Romero produced a spectacular bicycle kick, once again bringing Spurs back on terms and ensuring the points were shared.
Statistical Comparison
| Team | Goals | Scorers | Key Incidents |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newcastle United | 2 | Bruno Guimarães (71’), Anthony Gordon (86′ pen.) | Joelinton hit post; penalty awarded after Bentancur challenge |
| Tottenham Hotspur | 2 | Romero (2 goals, including 95’ bicycle kick) | Dramatic equaliser in stoppage time |
