Manchester City edged out Newcastle, 1x2, on Saturday, on matchweek 16. To this matchweek, Graeme Carrick's team came from a draw, and Ben Wilkinson's team came from a win. Farid Alfa-Ruprecht was decisive with 1 goal.
In the 44th minute, Luca Fletcher opened the scoring for Manchester City.
With 85 minutes on the clock, Darren Palmer struck for Newcastle. Farid Alfa-Ruprecht netted the last goal after 86 minutes.
After the result Manchester City are 3rd in the table, with 22 points, while Newcastle sit 9th place, with 14 points. With regard to the next fixture, Ben Wilkinson's team visit Liverpool, while Graeme Carrick's team will play at home against Derby County.
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Darren Palmer 85' | Luca Fletcher 44' Farid Alfa-Ruprecht 86' |
