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January 10, 2026
Ramsdale the penalty hero as Newcastle edge Bournemouth in FA Cup thriller
Aaron Ramsdale was Newcastle’s hero as they edged past Bournemouth into the FA Cup fourth round on penalties. The on-loan Southampton goalkeeper saved from Evanilson, Álex Jiménez and Bafodé Diakité to seal a 7-6 shootout win after a pulsating encounter had ended 3-3 after 120 minutes. However, Eddie Howe was counting the cost, with Tuesday’s Carabao Cup semi-final first leg at home to Manchester City in mind.
TL;DR
- Newcastle defeated Bournemouth 7-6 on penalties in the FA Cup fourth round.
- The match ended 3-3 after 120 minutes, with goals exchanged in quick succession in extra time.
- Aaron Ramsdale was the hero for Newcastle in the penalty shootout, saving crucial spot-kicks.
- Newcastle's win was marred by concerns over player fatigue and potential injuries, including Tino Livramento.
- Bournemouth showed resilience, equalizing late in extra time and pushing Newcastle to the limit.
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