Newcastle qualifies for Champions League for first time in 20 years
The point ensured Newcastle cannot be denied a top-four finish heading into its final game of the season, at Chelsea on Sunday.
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The point ensured Newcastle cannot be denied a top-four finish heading into its final game of the season, at Chelsea on Sunday.
The 22-year-old Brazilian international forward was targeted during a 1-0 defeat at Valencia on Sunday and was later sent off.
Eight points clear at the top just two months ago, Mikel Arteta's team have had a dismal end to the season, with their latest defeat ensuring what had become an inevitable-looking consecutive title for Manchester City.
The Irish province made a dream start and were 17-0 up after 11 minutes thanks to a try from Jimmy O'Brien and two for Dan Sheehan but the defending champions managed to cut the halftime deficit to nine thanks to tries from centres Jonathan Danty and UJ Seuteni.
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