'Just what we needed' – Alan Shearer, Newcastle United co-owner and supporters react to 1-0 win at Leeds United

Jonjo Shelvey’s 75th minute free-kick was enough to secure a 1-0 win against Leeds United at Elland Road.

The win lifts The Magpies up to 18th in the table and one point from safety with a game in hand on Norwich City in 17th.

Here’s how Alan Shearer, Jamie Ruben, Kieran Trippier and the Newcastle fans on Twitter reacted to the win…

@alanshearer: “Yeeeeeehaaaaaaaaa well done @NUFC. A HUGE 3 points!”

@jamiereuben: “Such a passionate and determined performance from @NUFC – great win!”

@trippier2: “Just what we needed! 3 points. Clean sheet. Team performance You fans were our 12th man today!”

@agbnufc_: “That is an absolutely MASSIVE win going into the break. Now let's get a bit of momentum (and a few signings to help that) We're still alive here.”

@YouveGoneAgain_: “First game I haven't watched in months and they win. I know what I need to do for the rest of the season.”

@cxreymurphy: “Schar was brilliant today. Willock came alive in the 2nd half and Longstaff was great when he came on. Onto the break and a few signings. We can do this.”

@milessteven001: “What a win against a very good Leeds team! Longstaff, Trippier & Schar all superb. Three games unbeaten and a much needed 3 points sets us up nicely for what is hopefully a positive end to the transfer window.”

@JamesNUFC07: “Out all of the places to keep a clean sheet we did it at Leeds!”

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