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Newcastle 2-1 Brentford: Tonali’s thunderbolt a major jolt to Champions League race

Sandro Tonali snatched all three points with a goal from the unlikeliest, most incomprehensible spot on the field as Newcastle topped Brentford 2-1 at St. James’ Park on Wednesday.

WATCH – Newcastle vs Brentford full match replay

It was 1-1 with just over a quarter-hour left to play after talismans Alexander Isak and Bryan Mbemo traded goals either side of halftime. Newcastle had significantly more shots in the games (21-12) but Brentford created marginally better scoring chances (1.59-1.43 xG), yet it was the least threatening shot of the night (and perhaps the entire Premier League season) that decided the outcome.