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Newcastle United vs Leeds United LIVE: Premier League result, final score and reaction

The Magpies continue to chase a Champions League place as Jesse Marsch’s side look to rediscover winning ways

Sports Staff
Saturday 31 December 2022 12:32 EST
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Fabian Schar wasted a hat-trick of chances as Newcastle’s hopes of a seventh successive Premier League win were dashed by Leeds United.

The Magpies’ best opportunities on an ultimately barren afternoon fell to the Switzerland international and fellow defender Dan Burn, but neither was able to break the deadlock and the Yorkshiremen emerged with a hard-fought 0-0 draw at St James’ Park.

Eddie Howe’s men dominated, particularly after the break, but were unable to find a way past goalkeeper Illan Meslier, and it took a fine save from opposite number Nick Pope to prevent Rodrigo from snatching three points in front of a crowd of 52,211.

As a result, Newcastle United ended 2022 disappointed, but still sitting in third place in the table ahead of Tuesday’s trip to leaders Arsenal.

We will bring you all the reaction and updates from today's game in the live blog below:

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Losing composure at the vital moment, Longstaff blazes over the bar from inside the area. Still, Newcastle can't break through!

31 December 2022 16:27

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31 December 2022 16:26

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31 December 2022 16:26

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31 December 2022 16:26

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GOOD STOP! Once again, Schar misses a chance following another Trippier corner, and this time Meslier makes a smart save with his foot to keep out the centre-back's header at his near post!

31 December 2022 16:25

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31 December 2022 16:25

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31 December 2022 16:25

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Newcastle turn up the pressure, as they pen Leeds back inside their defensive third. However, the final ball is still lacking.

31 December 2022 16:24

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31 December 2022 16:22

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