For 65 minutes, the Magpies held out against the league leaders but fell apart when Reece James opened the scoring.
Indeed, James scored a brace as a penalty from Jorginho inflicted further relegation fears on Tyneside.
Our writer Jordan Cronin was at St James’s Park – and here’s how he rated each Newcastle player:
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13. Joe Willock (on for Joe Willock, 66) - 5
Isn’t 100% fit, hence his cameo appearance from the bench. Jones revealed last week the former Arsenal man had been receiving injections in his toe. Photo: Stu Forster
14. Jonjo Shelvey (on for Longstaff, 81) - N/A
Returned to the matchday squad following his one-match suspension. Photo: Ian MacNicol