First half strikes from Miguel Almiron and Callum Wilson cancelled out Ilkay Gundogan’s early opener for the visitors as Newcasle went in 2-1 ahead at the break.
Kieran Trippier added a third for Newcastle with his third free-kick of 2022 shortly after the restart before Erling Haaland volleyed City back into the contest on the hour mark.
Bernardo Silva then drew City back level just minutes later to make the score 3-3.
A string of fine saves and claims from Nick Pope ultimately saw Newcastle hang on for a well deserved point at St James’s Park to make it five points from their opening three games and continue their unbeaten start to the season.
9. Miguel Almiron - 8
Had a great chance after 18 minutes but couldn’t find the target. Found the net shortly after from close range. Never stopped running. Photo: Jan Kruger
10. Allan Saint-Maximin - 9
At his electrifying best and deserved a goal for his efforts. Set up Newcastle’s opening two goals before winning the free-kick for the third. Unplayable at times. Photo: Jan Kruger
11. Callum Wilson - 8
Came close with a few half-chances early on before finding the net brilliantly after being played in by Saint-Maximin. Photo: Jan Kruger
12. Sean Longstaff - 6
On for Willock 69: Added some energy to Newcastle’s midfield when they were in danger of fading out of the game. Photo: Stu Forster