Newcastle thrashed Crystal Palace 5-0 Wednesday for its second big win in four days and climbed to third place in the Premier League.
Four of the goals came in the first half at St. James’ Park, through Jacob Murphy, Harvey Barnes, Fabian Schar as well as an unfortunate own-goal by Marc Guehi. Sandwiched between them was a penalty for Palace by Eberechi Eze that was saved by Newcastle goalkeeper Nick Pope.
Alexander Isak added a fifth goal in the 58th minute — for his 21st of the campaign — as Saudi-controlled Newcastle followed up its 4-1 hammering of Manchester United on Sunday to make it six wins in a row in all competitions.