Southampton took the lead just before half-time as Stuart Armstrong turned the ball in from close range. Half-time substitute Callum Wilson drew Newcastle level less than 10 minutes after coming on as he cleverly turned in his 14th goal of the season to make it 1-1.
Wilson then thought he’d put the hosts in front only for a VAR check to intervene and deem the Magpies striker offside.
Southampton’s relief was short-lived as a Theo Walcott own goal put Newcastle in front before Wilson’s second of the afternoon put the result beyond doubt in the closing stages.
The win sees Newcastle remain third in the Premier League table with just five games remaining in the 2022-23 season. Another step closer to Champions League football.
Here are the Newcastle player ratings from the match...
5. Dan Burn - 8
Tackled well down the left and cut things out in the air with authority. Kept his cool when under pressure and intercepted the ball on several occasions. | Getty Images
6. Bruno Guimaraes - 7
Gave possession away in the build-up to Southampton’s opener. Was caught on the ball a few times but was clever in winning it back in key areas. Came into his own in the closing stages and almost scored a stunner. | Getty Images
7. Joelinton - 7
Deployed in a central role in the absence of Sean Longstaff. Came close with a header and saw a shot well blocked after bursting into the area. | AFP via Getty Images
8. Joe Willock - 6
Not able to be as effective as usual in the absence of Sean Longstaff but still caused a couple of problems down the left. Another player who had a shot blocked in the second half. | AFP via Getty Images