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Chris Knight

'What was the score Pep?' - Newcastle United fans react to dramatic draw against Manchester City

Newcastle United fans reacted with delight as the Magpies battled back twice to earn a point against Manchester City.

The reigning Premier League champions twice took the lead at St James' Park, only to be pegged back on both occasions.

Raheem Sterling fired the visitors in front following a sublime flick from David Silva.

But the lead last just three minutes, with Miguel Almiron teeing-up Jetro Willems to drill his effort past Ederson on his weaker foot.

The Magpies' defensive shape frustrated Pep Guardiola's side, who squandered several openings as the contest wore on.

Kevin De Bruyne's wonder strike with eight minutes left looked to have secured a vital victory in City's attempt to chase down runaway leaders Liverpool.

Once again though, United showed great character to equalise with a thunderbolt from Jonjo Shelvey enough to earn Steve Bruce's side a deserved point.

It was a dramatic finish at St James' Park, and Magpies supporters were quick to shower their side - and in particular Shelvey - with praise:

Ain't nobody...

What a point!

What was the score?

Shelvey stepped up

That'll do lads

Warmed the heart

Need a lie down

Sublime point

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