In the battle of for survival Newcastle have taken one massive leap towards safety as they won an crucial match at the bottom. Gutierrez was the star of the show as he set up both goals. The first goal came within 2 mins as Gutierrez set up Lovenkrands to give Newcastle the lead.
Birmingham had there chances from Zigic as Harper was made to save a couple of shots from the tall Serb. Birmingham did push on down the wings Stephen Carr and Larsson causing Newcastle problems down there left hand side but there pressure didnt pay and Gutierrez was there again to cross in for Best to power in a second goal. Birmingham did push again but Newcastle stood strong and held on for a victory.
Table- This has been a big night for Newcastle as this win elevates them into the top half of the table into 9th. They have 35 points and only 5 points off the magic 40 point safety net. For Birmingham this ends there run of results of 5 games unbeaten and leaves them only 3 points above the drop zone.
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