Newcastle 1-2 Leicester

NEWCASTLE’S late fightback wasn’t enough as they fell to a 2-1 defeat to Leicester City at St James’ Park.

James Maddison and Youri Tielemans made the difference in the end with two excellent second-half goals, despite substitute Andy Carroll halving the deficit for the Magpies eight minutes from time.

Steve Bruce admits he anticipated a tough festive period, but insists Newcastle deserved more out of the game.