‘Geordie lad destroying De Bruyne’ – Homegrown hero Sean Longstaff impresses these Newcastle fans

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Newcastle United academy product Sean Longstaff played a crucial role as his side shocked Manchester City in the Premier League.

Longstaff has recently broken into the first-team in the absence of Jonjo Shelvey and Mo Diame, operating in a central midfield role.

The youngster has impressive technical ability on the ball, picking passes and carrying the ball forward.

And Longstaff made a vital difference in last night’s shock win over Manchester City.

The visitors had taken a very early lead at St James’ Park with Sergio Aguero tapping into an empty net with less than 30 seconds on the clock.

But Salomon Rondon levelled the scores to get Newcastle back in it, before Longstaff produced a match-winning moment.

The 21-year-old pressed high up the pitch and dispossessed Fernandinho in the Manchester City penalty area.

Then the Brazilian carelessly sent Longstaff crashing to the floor inside the box, leaving the referee with little choice but to award the penalty.

Matt Ritchie converted from the spot to seal a memorable win for the Magpies. And here are some thoughts about Geordie boy Longstaff’s performance.

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