The Magpies had initially taken the lead through Alexander Isak, but Yankuba Minteh, the former Newcastle player who never made a competitive appearance for the club, equalized for Brighton to force extra time. Isak\u2019s 22nd goal of the season, a penalty after Minteh fouled Tino Livramento, had put Newcastle in front, but Minteh\u2019s smart finish just before the break leveled the scores and set up a tense second half.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Isak had the first real chance of the game early on, heading wide from close range after a brilliant cross from Harvey Barnes. Despite early dominance, Newcastle struggled to find a clinical edge, with Isak seeing another effort blocked and Gordon\u2019s shot being saved by Bart Verbruggen.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Brighton grew into the game, and Minteh\u2019s clever run and finish following Jo\u00e3o Pedro\u2019s pass ensured the scores were level at the interval. The second half was a tightly contested affair, with Martin D\u00fabravka saving well from Pedro, while Isak and Bruno Guimar\u00e3es both saw chances thwarted by Brighton's defense.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
In a dramatic moment, Anthony Gordon was shown a straight red card for a confrontation with Jan Paul van Hecke, a decision that severely hampered Newcastle's chances. Brighton\u2019s numerical advantage was short-lived as Tariq Lamptey was sent off for a foul on Jacob Murphy.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Despite a brave effort from Newcastle, including a disallowed Fabian Schar goal, it was Welbeck who struck the decisive blow in the 114th minute. After a sloppy giveaway in midfield, Welbeck latched onto the loose ball and coolly finished over D\u00fabravka to seal the win.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
In a dramatic moment, Anthony Gordon was shown a straight red card for a confrontation with Jan Paul van Hecke, a decision that severely hampered Newcastle's chances. Brighton\u2019s numerical advantage was short-lived as Tariq Lamptey was sent off for a foul on Jacob Murphy.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
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