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Toon march on after gritty win over Villa
Aston Villa's Leon Bailey (left) is held by Newcastle United's Joelinton as they collide during the Premier League match at St. James' Park, Newcastle upon Tyne
Newcastle 1-0 Aston Villa
by Harry De Cosemo
KIERAN TRIPPIER scored direct from a free kick for the second match in succession to help Newcastle United to a 1-0 victory over Aston Villa at St James’ Park.
It is a third successive win for Eddie Howe’s side, who are unbeaten in five matches, with evidence growing that they have the mettle for a relegation battle between now and May.
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