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Barnes double fires Newcastle past West Brom

August 26, 2026 at 09:35 PM

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Newcastle United beat West Bromwich Albion, with Barnes scoring twice to secure the victory.

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Harvey Barnes struck twice for Newcastle as they survived a scare against West Brom to win 3-2 and reach the third round of the Carabao Cup.

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What happened

Harvey Barnes scored a brace to lead Newcastle United to a win over West Bromwich Albion. The result extends Newcastle's positive run and provides a boost in momentum. West Brom, meanwhile, continue to struggle defensively after conceding multiple goals. The performance highlights Barnes' growing influence in Newcastle's attacking line.

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A brace from Harvey Barnes underlines his emergence as a key attacking outlet for Newcastle United. Coming off a difficult period, Barnes appears to be finding rhythm and confidence, offering Eddie Howe a reliable goal threat. For West Brom, the defensive lapses will be a concern and suggest structural issues that need addressing.

Impact

Newcastle gain momentum and attacking confidence through Barnes' goalscoring form, while West Brom's defensive issues are further exposed.

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Harvey Barnes

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