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Newcastle, who featured in the Champions League this season, continues to disappoint in the Premier League, suffering a 2-1 home defeat to Bournemouth in their 33rd-round fixture. This marks the Magpies' 15th loss in the league, putting them at risk of being caught by Leeds, who are battling relegation. Eddie Howe's side is now on a four-game losing streak across all competitions, with three of those coming in the Premier League.
Meanwhile, Howe's former team is in fine form and has a genuine chance of qualifying for European competition. Furthermore, Bournemouth is unbeaten in their last 13 league matches and has now secured a second consecutive 2-1 away victory, following their win against league leaders Arsenal.
Left-back Adrian Truffer netted the winning goal for the Cherries five minutes before the end of regular time, capitalizing on an assist from Evanilson.
Earlier, the visitors had taken a 1-0 lead through Marcus Tavernier in the 32nd minute. Newcastle managed to equalize with William Osula in the 68th minute. Initially, the Dane's goal was disallowed for offside, but VAR intervention showed that Evanilson of Bournemouth was the last player to touch the ball before the pass to the striker.
Newcastle then pressed for a winning goal but ultimately conceded one instead.
The Magpies have three away games remaining – against Arsenal, Nottingham Forest, and Fulham – as well as home fixtures against Brighton and West Ham. Bournemouth will conclude their campaign with matches against Leeds (H), Crystal Palace (H), Fulham (A), Manchester City (H), and Nottingham Forest (A).
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