Match statistics snapshot
- Newcastle fired more attempts (17 vs 9 shots).
- Newcastle held more of the ball (65% possession).
Shot volume, box entries, and chance quality — who threatened the goal more.
| Birmingham | Statistic | Newcastle |
|---|---|---|
| 1Lead | Offsides | 2 |
| 6 | Shots inside the box | 8Lead |
| 3 | Shots off target | 6Lead |
| 1 | Shots on target |
| 3Lead |
| 3 | Shots outside the box | 9Lead |
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| 9 | Total shots | 17Lead |
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How each side moved the ball and shared control of the match.
| Birmingham | Statistic | Newcastle |
|---|---|---|
| 35% | Ball possession | 65%Lead |
| 65% | Pass accuracy | 82%Lead |
| 204 | Accurate passes | 463Lead |
| 316 | Total passes | 565Lead |
Dead-ball situations that can swing momentum and territory.
| Birmingham | Statistic | Newcastle |
|---|---|---|
| 3 | Corner kicks | 5Lead |
Blocks, saves, and how much danger was actually allowed.
| Birmingham | Statistic | Newcastle |
|---|---|---|
| 5 | Blocked shots | 8Lead |
| 3Lead | Goalkeeper saves | 2 |
Physical intensity and referee involvement — fouls and cards.
| Birmingham | Statistic | Newcastle |
|---|---|---|
| 18 | Fouls | 8Lead |
| 0 | Red cards | 0 |
| 1 | Yellow cards | 0Lead |