But Isak provided a constant threat all evening and was more than deserving of his double, which when he latched onto a pinpoint pass from Bruno Guimaraes before cooly slotting ho

Eddie Howe has confirmed the latest on Alexander Isak ’s fitness ahead of Newcastle ’s Premier League meeting with Wolves on Wednesday night. The striker is in red-hot form this season, scoring in eight consecutive games as Howe’s side continue to impress.

Eddie Howe has revealed that Alexander Isak will miss Newcastle United ’s FA Cup clash against Bromley through injury. Isak is arguably one of the best strikers in the world right now, having recorded 19 goals and five assists in 28 appearances for club and country this season.

Eddie Howe hailed Alexander Isak’s quality after seeing the Sweden international fire Newcastle into the Premier League’s top four. Isak became the first Magpies player to score in eight successive Premier League games as he took his tally for the season to 17 – 16 of them in his last 16 games – with a double in Wednesday night’s 3-0 win over Wolves.

Alexander Isak's price tag left Eddie Howe left the head coach's mind blown after he'd been used to knockdown fees and free transfers at Bournemouth

LONDON – Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe admitted his side were not at their best, but could not be too critical after a 3-0 win over Wolverhampton Wanderers secured a ninth victory in succession in all competitions.

Newcastle United supporters watched with glee as the Swede netted for the eight consecutive top-flight fixture in a row. His brace helped the Magpies down Wolverhampton Wanderers 3-0 at St James’ Park.

The Premier League's in-form sides go head to head at St James' Park when Bournemouth arrives this weekend, but United have the upper hand