Against Southampton, Isak managed to display at least seven types of movement — it is this variety which is key to his game.

Jacob Murphy has wowed with what he did as Newcastle United came from behind to beat Southampton at St. Mary's.

Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe called striker Alexander Isak outstanding on Saturday after his two goals against Southampton put the Sweden international firmly in the race for the Premier League golden boot.

Isak scored twice to keep the Magpies on track for the top four while the Saints are miles adrift at the bottom

Despite leading, Southampton couldn’t avoid slumping to a 19th Premier League defeat of the season as they were beaten 3-1 by Newcastle United, who climbed into the top-four as a result.

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 continued his sensational form as he scored for the eighth game running - setting himself apart from Newcastle United icon Alan Shearer in the process

Newcastle United climbed back into the Premier League's top four with a resilient 3-1 victory over struggling Southampton at St Mary’s.

It has been a season of contrasting emotions for Eddie Howe and Newcastle United - but after a recent upturn in form, the Magpies are firmly in the race for a place in Europe.

EDDIE HOWE’S family film night will be much more enjoyable this week. The Toon boss spent last Saturday night watching back their Bournemouth horror show. But everyone will be happy to gather

Eddie Howe said Newcastle United striker Alexander Isak will be given the freedom he needs to keep up his remarkable goalscoring form.

Newcastle climb into fourth position in the Premier League, continuing to chase a Champions League spot in a tight battle. Read more at straitstimes.com.