A comfortable looking three-goal win was on the cards until a late wobble saw West Brom pull it back to 3-2 on the night.
As a team, the performance was top notch (mostly) – but what about individuals? Our NUFC writer Miles Starforth dishes out his marks and thoughts on a memorable night for the Magpies.
9. Sean Longstaff - 7
Started the game as a No.10 and opened the scoring with a right-footed strike, also set up Joelinton’s goal. | Getty Images Photo: Catherine Ivill
10. Miguel Almiron - 6
Full of running and movement, Newcastle missed him when he went off. | Getty Images Photo: Richard Heathcote
11. Joelinton - 6
Set up the first goal then scored with a superb finish, left the field injured before the break. | Getty Images Photo: Catherine Ivill
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12. Allan Saint-Maximin - 7
(for Joelinton, 36) Booked Newcastle a place in the fifth round for the first time in 14 years with an emphatic finish. | Getty Images Photo: Mark Runnacles