Newcastle took a 2-0 lead through Ayoze Perez on Tyneside before Mario Lemina got one back for the away side. Almiron was then withdrawn from the action midway through the second-half, prompting tears from the Paraguayan. The 25-year-old had a problem with his hamstring, with fears that he could be ruled out for the season. The former Atalanta United man joined the club in January for £21million - a club record fee.

Source: Express April 20, 2019 18:17 UTC