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Newcastle have been told that Joelinton was fortunate to go unpunished for a late tackle during the 3-1 win over Southampton in Premier League action. Goals from Alexander Isak (x2) and Sandro Tonali, the Magpies got back to winning ways over the weekend following the shock defeat at home to Bournemouth.

Eddie Howe’s side moved back into the top five with those three points as Isak took his tally for the season up to 19 in all competitions. Though Jan Bednarek put the Saints in front, Isak struck back quickly with a four-minute brace while Tonali added a third just after half time.

Southampton did pull one back through Mateus Fernandes, but it was disallowed by VAR because of an offside, with the technology also used to award Newcastle a penalty, which Isak converted. However, that was not the hugely controversial decision in the game, with that instead involving Joelinton and a potential red card being avoided.

In an attempt to keep hold of possession, the Brazilian midfielder caught Paul Onuachu very late on the ankle and while a foul was given, no caution was dished out by Sam Barrott. Former Premier League referee Dermot Gallagher was asked about the incident and subsequently offered a clear verdict.

Speaking on Sky Sports Ref Watch, he said: “Got lucky. Got lucky. I think yellow card, he goes through and catches him on the ankle just above the boot. Short distance, should have been a free-kick and a yellow card.