The Magpies dominated, were awarded and missed their first penalty of the season, saw an opposition player sent off for the first time in 14 months and climbed EIGHT points clear of the top flight relegation zone.
But how did United’s players rate down on the south coast? Here’s NUFC writer Miles Starforth’s player ratings at the end of a BIG week for United.
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