Allan Saint-Maximin netted his first goal since arriving in the summer, then controversy kicked in with VAR, quite correctly, ruling Andy Carroll was on-side before flicking on for Jonjo Shelvey to seal at 2-0 win in South Yorkshire.
Who shone on the day and who didn’t? Here’s Miles Starforth's ratings from Bramall Lane.
5. Paul Dummett - 7
Did a good job defensively on an awkward night of Newcastle's defence. Photo: Ian MacNicol
6. Jetro Willems - 6
Tried to get forward and support Saint-Maximin, but all to often pegged back. Photo: Stu Forster
7. Miguel Almiron - 6
Didn’t get into his stride before the break, pressed and tracked for much of the game. Photo: Stu Forster
8. Jonjo Shelvey - 7
Intelligently played on after being flagged offside to score fourth goal of the season. Photo: Nigel Roddis