In a captivating Premier League clash at St James’ Park, Newcastle United managed to secure a 1-1 draw against reigning champions Manchester City. Anthony Gordon netted the equalizer from a controversial penalty, denying Pep Guardiola’s side a win.
City took the lead in the 35th minute through Josko Gvardiol’s precise finish, but their overall performance fell short of expectations. The turning point came in the 58th minute when Gordon went down after slight contact from goalkeeper Ederson, leading to the controversial spot-kick that leveled the score.
Despite City’s relentless efforts, including a missed opportunity by Phil Foden, they were unable to break through Newcastle’s solid defense. The draw comes just six days after City’s 2-2 draw with Arsenal, raising concerns about their recent form.
Manchester City remain at the top of the league table with 14 points from six games, awaiting the outcome of other fixtures. Meanwhile, Newcastle United moved up to 5th place with 11 points, boasting three wins, two draws, and one loss so far this season.