Newcastle’s recent 1-1 draw against Brighton wasn’t a classic performance, but it showed heart.

Eddie Howe praised VAR and Alexander Isak’s composure after Newcastle made it third time lucky from the penalty spot to salvage a 1-1 Premier League draw at Brighton. Striker Isak converted his 23rd top-flight goal of the season two minutes from time at the Amex Stadium to boost the Magpies’ hopes of Champions League qualification.

Newcastle United captain Jamaal Lascelles has returned to first-team training after a 13-month spell on the sidelines with an ACL injury.