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Newcastle need Sandro Tonali to step up in Bruno Guimaraes’ absence. This was an excellent start
- Tonali scores twice to lead Newcastle to a 3-1 FA Cup win over Villa after Bruno Guimarães’ injury absence.
- Guimarães is ruled out for six to ten weeks, forcing Newcastle to rely on others in midfield.
- Tonali’s first goal leveled the game after Villa’s lead, with a deflection off Douglas Luiz aiding his finish.
- The second goal, a precise finish from distance, put Newcastle ahead in the late stages.
- Eddie Howe credited Tonali and Newcastle’s midfield trio for filling the creativity gap without Guimar ães.
- Newcastle won away again, extending a streak of successes without Guimarães in the lineup.
- Tonali’s performance is seen as a potential catalyst for a deeper FA Cup run this season.
- Villa were reduced to ten men for the second half, helping Newcastle secure the win.
- Tonali’s goal tally ended a long drought, marking a significant personal milestone.
- Newcastle’s captaincy and leadership were highlighted as pivotal during absence.
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