Man City broke the deadlock just after the half-hour mark as Julian Alvarez found the top left corner after being set-up by Phil Foden. It was City’s only shot on target in the opening 45 while Newcastle took until the 70th minute to register theirs as substitute Harvey Barnes’ effort was comfortably saved by Ederson.
And for the final 20 minutes Newcastle pushed for an equaliser without really testing the goal as Man City were able to see out the win.
It’s a 15th consecutive Premier League defeat at the Etihad Stadium for The Magpies as they now look ahead to hosting Liverpool at St James’ Park next Sunday.
Here are the player Newcastle ratings from the match...
13. Sean Longstaff - 5
On for Joelinton 56: Not great in possession but City stopped playing through Newcastle’s midfield so easily following his introduction. | Getty Images
14. Callum Wilson - 6
On for Isak 67: Newcastle looked more dangerous going forward following his introduction as the game started to become stretched. | AFP via Getty Images
15. Elliot Anderson - 7
On for Tonali 67: Brought some attacking energy to the midfield for the closing stages. Broke into the box following a positive run but just overhit his cross. | Getty Images
