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Aston Villa's Leon Bailey (left) is held by Newcastle United's Joelinton as they collide during the Premier League match at St. James' Park, Newcastle upon Tyne
Newcastle 1-0 Aston Villa
by Harry De Cosemo
KIERAN TRIPPIER scored direct from a free kick for the second match in succession to help Newcastle United to a 1-0 victory over Aston Villa at St James’ Park.
It is a third successive win for Eddie Howe’s side, who are unbeaten in five matches, with evidence growing that they have the mettle for a relegation battle between now and May.
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