Newcastle United Triumphs Over Birmingham City in FA Cup Thriller

2025-03-01

Newcastle United edged past Birmingham City in a thrilling FA Cup encounter, securing a 3-2 victory to progress to the fifth round. The match, played at St Andrew’s, saw Birmingham take an early lead before Newcastle fought back with a brace from Joe Willock and a controversial goal from Callum Wilson.

Birmingham stunned the visitors by scoring within 40 seconds. Ethan Laird’s volley, deflected off Callum Wilson, found the back of the net, sending the home crowd into raptures. Newcastle responded with a contentious equaliser as Joe Willock’s initial effort appeared to cross the line, despite replays being inconclusive. Wilson then put Newcastle ahead with a high boot volley, which Birmingham argued was dangerous play but stood without VAR intervention.

The Blues drew level before half-time with a spectacular strike from Tomoki Iwata, who unleashed a thunderous half-volley from 25 yards out. The second half was equally intense, with both sides creating chances, but it was Willock who sealed the win late on, capitalising on a defensive error to slot home his second of the night.

Newcastle manager Eddie Howe praised his team’s resilience, acknowledging the physical and mental toll of the match. Birmingham, despite their spirited performance, were unable to force a replay, ending their hopes of a cup upset. The victory keeps Newcastle’s dreams of a double Wembley appearance alive, as they continue their pursuit of silverware in both the FA Cup and Carabao Cup.

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