Match Report
In the standings it was Newcastle United U21 21st on 24 points, Burnley U21 29th on 13 — separated by 11. On the form table Newcastle United U21 stood 14th over the last five rounds, despite being 21st overall. In league terms the two rates read 1.5/1.75 for Newcastle United U21 and 1.1/2.1 for Burnley U21 (scored/conceded per game); the competition average is 1.79.
Newcastle United Football Academy staged the fixture, a ground that holds 1,000. On the scoreboard, Newcastle United U21 led 1-0 at the break; 4 second-half goals set the final 3-2.
Goal scorers
Newcastle United U21: Sean Neave (35'), Joe Brayson (79'), Sean Neave (90') · Burnley U21: Joe Bevan (59'), Jesse Williams (63')
Key stats
Possession: Newcastle United U21 60% · Burnley U21 40% · Total shots: 7-10 · On target: 5-7 · Corners: 2-4