Eddie Howe's explosive reaction at the end of Newcastle United's 2-1 win over Tottenham Hotspur in the capital spoke volumes about this victory.

This win stopped the rot for Howe and silenced doubters for a while after ending a run of three straight defeats in the top-flight. As the players and backroom staff went over to acknowledge the travelling fans at the end of the night, Howe's emotions spilled over and the head coach punched the air in wild delight.

Newcastle fans had chanted Howe's name from the start, but in contrast Tottenham supporters turned on Thomas Frank and chants of 'You're getting sacked in the morning' rang around the stadium. It showed the difference between the two fanbases on a night in which both teams needed a win badly.

United made a positive start to the game as Anthony Elanga clipped in a right wing cross and won a corner after just 90 seconds with Yves Bissouma forced to concede a set-piece. Elanga then swung the ball in with Radu Draguisin clearing for the ball before...