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Newcastle’s Joelinton appeared to issue a challenge to Manchester United’s Manuel Ugarte for a confrontation in the tunnel following a “wild” episode.
The Brazilian midfielder had a heated exchange with his Uruguayan rival on the pitch as he was substituted during the Toon’s 4-1 triumph at home.
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Interestingly, interim Newcastle manager Jason Tindall made the decision to substitute Joelinton late in the game to avoid him receiving a booking that could lead to suspension.
Nevertheless, Joelinton looked enraged as he exchanged heated words with Ugarte, needing the assistance of two teammates to restrain him.
The 28-year-old seemed as if he was “provoking a fight” with the former PSG player.
Joelinton gestured towards the tunnel and pointed at Ugarte, as if daring him to resolve their dispute post-match.
Newcastle supporters are likely grateful that their prominent winger managed to evade a yellow card during this incident.
This was particularly significant as he was one booking away from incurring a two-match suspension.
Tindall must have felt relief having substituted Joelinton before tensions escalated further.
At that point, Newcastle was already ahead 4-1, in a strong position to surpass Manchester City and secure fourth place.
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Joelinton played a role in the fourth goal netted by compatriot Bruno Guimaraes in the 77th minute.
Despite this, it was two-goal hero Harvey Barnes who shone as the unexpected star for the Magpies in the second half while United’s defense struggled once more.
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Red Devils winger Alejandro Garnacho had initially brought the score level after Sandro Tonali’s early goal.
With Joelinton departing without a yellow card, it turned out to be nearly a perfect day for Newcastle, whose manager Eddie Howe remains too ill to attend.
However, some fans voiced their discontent with Joelinton’s actions.
One fan remarked, “Joelinton should’ve been shown a red card for provoking violence.”
Another asked, “What was the point of him saying that?”
A third fan noted that it would be “crazy” if Ugarte decided to pursue the matter further.
