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Nick Pope impresses as Newcastle overcome Athletic Club in Champions League

Pope was forced into a number of saves as Newcastle held onto their lead — Pope was forced into a number of saves as Newcastle held onto their lead (REUTERS/Scott Heppell)

Newcastle United secured a 2-0 Champions League victory against Athletic Club, significantly improving their qualification hopes.
Dan Burn opened the scoring in the 11th minute with a powerful header from Kieran Trippier's free-kick.
Joelinton doubled Newcastle's lead early in the second half, heading in from Harvey Barnes' cross.
The win provided a strong response from Eddie Howe's team following their recent 3-1 Premier League defeat to West Ham.
Despite Athletic Bilbao hitting the post and forcing goalkeeper Nick Pope into several saves, Newcastle maintained control to secure the win.

Dan Burn’s thunderous header helps Newcastle to beat Athletic Bilbao — In full