Eddie Howe has vowed to attack cup competitions with genuine intent this season and the introduction of £140m worth of substitutes against Tranmere showed Newcastle have the resources to match their manager’s ambition. They were needed to secure a third round tie with Crystal Palace on an awkward, bruising night at Prenton Park. Elliott Nevitt, a striker who was playing non-league football just...
Chris Wood’s header eases Newcastle nerves after Tranmere make fast start
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