In a commanding display at St James’ Park on April 26, 2025, Newcastle United secured a 3-0 victory over Ipswich Town, confirming the visitors’ relegation to the Championship. The match, marked by clinical finishing and a crucial first-half red card, saw Eddie Howe’s side bolster their Champions League qualification hopes, climbing to third in the Premier League table.
The game began with Newcastle asserting dominance, their high press and fluid passing creating early chances. Jacob Murphy tested Ipswich goalkeeper Alex Palmer, while Sandro Tonali struck both post and bar in a moment of near brilliance. The turning point came in the 37th minute when Ipswich’s Ben Johnson, already cautioned for a theatrical dive, received a second yellow for hauling back Alexander Isak after a deft piece of skill. The red card left Ipswich with ten men, and Newcastle capitalized ruthlessly.
Just before halftime, a VAR check awarded Newcastle a penalty when Julio Enciso fouled Murphy. Isak stepped up, calmly converting to give the Magpies a deserved lead. The second half saw Newcastle maintain their stranglehold, with Dan Burn doubling the advantage in the 56th minute. The towering defender rose to head home a pinpoint Kieran Trippier cross, sparking wild celebrations among the 52,171 fans in attendance. Substitute William Osula sealed the rout in the 80th minute, nodding in his first Premier League goal to cap a dominant performance.
Ipswich, despite flashes of resistance from striker Liam Delap, were overwhelmed. Delap’s pace troubled Burn early on, but with no shots on target and a low block that crumbled after Johnson’s dismissal, Kieran McKenna’s side offered little. Their relegation, confirmed at the final whistle, marks a swift return to the Championship after a season of struggle, with only four wins to their name.
Newcastle’s victory was a statement of intent. Isak, now with 22 Premier League goals this season, underlined his importance, while Trippier’s masterful delivery reinforced his value to the squad. Howe, back in the dugout after a bout of pneumonia, praised his team’s focus but expressed concern over Joelinton’s knee injury, with the midfielder set to see a specialist next week. The Magpies, sitting fifth with 59 points, face Brighton next on May 4, knowing their Champions League destiny remains in their hands.