Newcastle United beat Nottingham Forest 4-3 at St James’ Park to claim a massive three points, but there are many still left scratching their heads over how the second half unfolded. Cruising 4-1 at half-time via a brace from Alexander Isak and goals from Lewis Miley and Jacob Murphy,

Eddie Howe admitted Nick Pope would be ‘disappointed’ to concede three goals on his return to the Newcastle United starting line-up against Nottingham Forest.

Newcastle United have had a whole week to stew on last weekend's defeat to Manchester City - and know they have two huge opportunities to put things right in the coming days. Eddie Howe's side face high-flying Nottingham Forest at St James' Park on Sunday before heading to Anfield to take on league leaders Liverpool on Wednesday.