Newcastle edges Nottingham Forest 4-3 in thrilling encounter

Newcastle United triumphed over Nottingham Forest with a thrilling 4-3 victory in the Premier League, showcasing a remarkable first-half performance that included four goals in just 11 minutes. After falling behind to an early goal from Callum Hudson-Odoi, Newcastle equalized through Lewis Miley and then surged ahead with goals from Jacob Murphy and two from Alexander Isak, who marked his 50th Premier League goal. Forest mounted a late comeback, scoring twice in the second half via Nikola Milenkovic and Ryan Yates, but ultimately couldn't level the match. This win propels Newcastle to fifth place in the league, enhancing their hopes for Champions League qualification. Despite the victory, concerns linger about Newcastle’s defensive lapses, especially with an upcoming League Cup final against Liverpool. The match highlights the duality of Newcastle's performance, oscillating between dominance and vulnerability throughout the game.