FA Cup 2016-17 : Newcastle beats Birmingham City 3-1 to qualify for next round

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Jan. 18, 2017 (AMP) — FA Cup 2016-17 : Newcastle defeated Birmingham City by a score of 3-1 (halftime: 2-0), in the FA Cup third round on Wednesday night.

Ritchie Matt scored dual goals

Newcastle dominated the first half thanks to goals from Ritchie Matt ('9 on penalty) and Gouffran Yoan ('34). Leading 2-0 at the break, the Magpies further widened their lead in the second period with another goal by Ritchie Matt in stoppage time.

Newcastle advance to the fourth round of the FA Cup. Birmingham City is eliminated.

Fixtures and Results : Third Round

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3:1
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