German Defoe Slams “Penalty-Dependent” Magpies
🚨 Newcastle Cruise to 4-0 Victory – But German Defoe Slams “Penalty-Dependent” Magpies
Newcastle United secured a commanding 4-0 win last night, but the victory has been overshadowed by fierce criticism, with former football star and pundit German Defoe claiming the Magpies “can only win with penalties.”
The match saw Eddie Howe’s side awarded two spot-kicks, both converted with precision, before a late third goal sealed the comfortable scoreline. While the home fans celebrated a much-needed triumph, Defoe was far from impressed.
🎙️ “This wasn’t a convincing performance,” Defoe blasted on live TV. “Newcastle can only win with penalties. That’s not sustainable at the top level. They cheated to win 4-0, and if they play like this in Europe, I’m sure they will not qualify for the round of 16 in the Champions League.”
The harsh words have sparked debate among supporters and pundits alike. Some argue that penalties are part of the game and Newcastle were right to take advantage, while others agree with Defoe that the performance lacked the creativity and attacking edge expected from a side aiming to compete among Europe’s elite.
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Despite the criticism, the win gives Newcastle crucial momentum ahead of their next domestic fixtures. However, with the Champions League group stage looming large, questions remain over whether they have the quality and consistency to survive against Europe’s giants without relying on refereeing decisions.
For Eddie Howe, the challenge is clear: prove doubters wrong and show that Newcastle can win matches on their own terms, not just from the penalty spot.
