Match report
Newcastle Defeats Burnley 2-1 in Premier League Clash
Newcastle
2–1
FT
Burnley
Dec 6, 2025
Newcastle emerged victorious in their Premier League clash against Burnley, securing a 2-1 win. The Magpies took the lead early with Bruno Guimaraes' goal before Anthony Gordon doubled the advantage from the penalty spot. Despite Burnley's efforts and a red card to Lucas Pires, Z. Flemming scored a late consolation penalty for the Clarets.
Key Facts
- • Final Score: Newcastle 2-1 Burnley
- • Goals: Bruno Guimaraes (31'), Anthony Gordon (45+6') for Newcastle, Z. Flemming (90+5') for Burnley
- • Red Card: Lucas Pires (43') - Burnley
- • Penalties: 2 confirmed by VAR, scored by Anthony Gordon and Z. Flemming
Lineups
Newcastle
Formation: 4-3-3
Starting XI
- 32 A. Ramsdale (G)
- 21 V. Livramento (D)
- 5 F. Schar (D)
- 12 M. Thiaw (D)
- 33 D. Burn (D)
- 28 J. Willock (M)
- 39 Bruno Guimaraes (M)
- 41 J. Ramsey (M)
- 20 A. Elanga (F)
- 27 N. Woltemade (F)
- 10 A. Gordon (F)
Substitutes
- 26 J. Ruddy
- 3 L. Hall
- 7 Joelinton
- 8 S. Tonali
- 9 Y. Wissa
- 11 H. Barnes
- 23 J. Murphy
- 37 A. Murphy
- 67 L. Miley
Burnley
Formation: 4-3-3
Starting XI
- 1 M. Dubravka (G)
- 2 K. Walker (D)
- 18 H. Ekdal (D)
- 5 M. Esteve (D)
- 23 Lucas Pires (D)
- 8 L. Ugochukwu (M)
- 24 J. Cullen (M)
- 16 Florentino (M)
- 9 L. Foster (F)
- 27 A. Broja (F)
- 7 J. Bruun Larsen (F)
Substitutes
- 13 M. Weiss
- 3 Q. Hartman
- 4 J. Worrall
- 10 M. Edwards
- 11 J. Anthony
- 17 L. Tchaouna
- 19 Z. Flemming
- 29 J. Laurent
- 31 M. Tresor Ndayishimiye
Timeline
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31' Newcastle Goal · Normal GoalBruno Guimaraes -
35' Burnley Card · Yellow CardK. WalkerFoul
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43' Burnley Card · Red CardLucas PiresProfessional foul last man
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45'+6 Newcastle Var · Penalty confirmedAnthony Gordon -
45' Newcastle Goal · PenaltyAnthony Gordon -
46' Burnley subst · Substitution 1Off: L. Foster · On: J. Worrall -
52' Newcastle Card · Yellow CardV. LivramentoFoul
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63' Newcastle subst · Substitution 1Off: Dan Burn · On: L. Hall -
63' Newcastle subst · Substitution 2Off: J. Willock · On: L. Miley -
65' Burnley subst · Substitution 2Off: Florentino · On: J. Laurent -
74' Newcastle subst · Substitution 3Off: Anthony Gordon · On: Joelinton -
74' Newcastle subst · Substitution 4Off: N. Woltemade · On: Y. Wissa -
86' Burnley subst · Substitution 3Off: J. Bruun Larsen · On: J. Anthony -
86' Burnley subst · Substitution 4Off: A. Broja · On: Z. Flemming -
89' Burnley Card · Yellow CardJ. LaurentFoul
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90'+2 Burnley Var · Penalty confirmedZ. Flemming -
90'+3 Newcastle Card · Yellow CardJ. RamseyHandball
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90'+5 Burnley subst · Substitution 5Off: H. Ekdal · On: M. Edwards -
90' Burnley Goal · PenaltyZ. Flemming
Match Stats
| Stat | Newcastle | Burnley |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 9 | 11 |
| Pass Accuracy | 91% | 73% |
| Offsides | 3 | 2 |
| Red Cards | 0 | 1 |
| Total Shots | 17 | 9 |
| Corners | 9 | 9 |
| Total Passes | 611 | 259 |
| Yellow Cards | 2 | 2 |
| Blocked Shots | 3 | 3 |
| Shots on Target | 7 | 3 |
| xG | 1.77 | 1.61 |
| Shots off Target | 7 | 3 |
| Possession | 70% | 30% |
| Goals Prevented | 0 | 0 |
| Accurate Passes | 554 | 188 |
| Shots Inside Box | 6 | 5 |
| Saves | 2 | 6 |
| Shots Outside Box | 11 | 4 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ Bruno Guimaraes' goal in the 31st minute gave Newcastle an early lead, setting the tone for their victory.
- ▸ Lucas Pires was sent off with a red card in the 43rd minute, significantly impacting Burnley's game plan and momentum.
- ▸ Z. Flemming's late penalty provided Burnley with hope but could not prevent Newcastle from securing all three points.