Newcastle United news: Barlaser's 'surreal' debut, Benitez and Zola hail Shelvey

Jonjo Shelvey returned from suspension in Newcastle United's 3-1 FA Cup win over Birmingham City.
Rafa Benitez and Gianfranco ZolaRafa Benitez and Gianfranco Zola
Rafa Benitez and Gianfranco Zola

Shelvey had a hand in all three goals at St James's Park last night.

And the midfielder won praise from United manager Rafa Benitez, whose side will face Oxford United on January 28.

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Dan Barlaser was one of three Newcastle debutants.

And the midfielder – who was celebrating his 20th birthday – has reflected on a "surreal" experience in front of a 34,896 crowd at St James's Park.

Meanwhile, we have news of a new date for Newcastle's visit to Brighton and Hove Albion.