Newcastle ended their last match chastened, slumping to a 4-1 defeat at home to Bournemouth which included two goals in injury time. The defeat ended a nine match unbeaten run, but the Southampton game was an opportunity for Newcastle to prove their class — if they are as good as they want to be, they need to put away poor teams.

Alexander Isak scored twice as Newcastle beat rock-bottom Southampton 3-1 at St Mary's on Saturday to climb to fourth in the Premier League table.

Alexander Isak led an excellent attacking display by Newcastle as his two goals helped to beat Southampton 3-1 at St Mary’s to maintain their Champions League push. Newcastle’s top scorer was on the scoresheet for the ninth game in 10 in the Premier League,

Unstoppable Alexander Isak keeps Newcastle rolling as Southampton suffer more pain - Southampton 1-3 Newcastle: Isak scored twice to keep the Magpies on track for the top four while the Saints are mil

By Harry Robertson SOUTHAMPTON, England (Reuters) -Newcastle United striker Alexander Isak scored twice as the visitors beat Southampton 3-1 on Saturday to climb into fourth position in the Premier League as they continue to chase a Champions League spot in a tight battle.

Newcastle returned to winning way with a comeback victory over Southampton at St Mary's Stadium on Saturday - with PLAYER_LINK|509348|Alexander Isak bagging a brace to continue his prolific form this season.