Harvey Barnes’ double edged the Magpies to victory at St James’ Park.

Newcastle boss Eddie Howe hopes the 2-1 victory over Manchester City at St James’ Park can finally kickstart the club’s season.

Harvey Barnes bagged a brace as the Magpies ended a run of back-to-back defeats at West Ham and Brentford and came courtesy of a fine display which went much of the way towards erasing the memories of sub-standard performances in London.

Asked if it could provide the platform for an improved run of results, Howe said: “That’s how we’re trying to look at it. We want to try to build momentum in our season, we want to try to build the confidence back to where it has been historically.

“We can only do that by winning and you’re looking for turning points and moments in which you can direct your

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