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.

Eddie Howe lauded Alexander Isak's "ruthless mentality" after Newcastle's luck from the penalty spot turned at the third time of asking and they rescued a 1-1 draw away to Brighton in the Premier League on Sunday.

Newcastle manager Eddie Howe praised Alexander Isak's 'ruthless mentality' after their 1-1 Premier League draw with Brighton on Sunday.