In a thrilling FA Cup match, Newcastle United triumphed 3-2 over League One leaders Birmingham City, with Joe Willock scoring two goals including a controversial opener. Birmingham struck first with a goal from Ethan Laird, but Newcastle quickly responded, leveling the match through a disputed goal from Willock. Callum Wilson then gave Newcastle the lead with a scrappy finish. Birmingham equalized with a stunning strike from Tomoki Iwata before Willock netted the decisive goal in the second half, ensuring Newcastle advanced to the fifth round just days after their triumph over Arsenal in the EFL Cup.
Joe Willock scored two goals, including a controversial strike, leading Newcastle United to a thrilling 3-2 win against Birmingham City in the FA Cup.
Despite Birmingham taking an early lead, Newcastle United fought back with two goals from Joe Willock and another from Callum Wilson to secure their place in the fifth round.
The match saw Newcastle level under bizarre circumstances with Joe Willock's initial shot deemed to have crossed the line, though goal-line technology was not in use.
The decisive moment came late in the game when Willock scored again, ensuring Newcastle's thrilling cup run continued after their recent EFL Cup semi-final victory.
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