Premiership: Villa lose chance to extend lead

Newcastle skipper Alan Shearer celebrated his 400th league game with a brilliant volley to help see off Premiership leaders Aston Villa.

Sat, 03 Nov, 2001 - 17:24

Newcastle 3, Aston Villa 0 (full-time)

Newcastle skipper Alan Shearer celebrated his 400th league game with a brilliant volley to help see off Premiership leaders Aston Villa.

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