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Burnley need a miracle to avoid a quick return to the Championship

Burnley need a miracle to avoid a quick return to the Championship

Alexander Isak became the first Newcastle player since Alan Shearer in 2003-04 to score 20 Premier League goals in a season as Eddie Howe's team stepped up their bid for another season of European football - while pushing Burnley closer to the drop. Isak's landmark goal - Newcastle's fourth in an impressive victory - came moments after he had a tame penalty saved by Ari Muric.