Southampton march to the summit of the Premier League table with win over Newcastle

Saints last headed the top-flight in 1988

Southampton's Stuart Armstrong (right) celebrates scoring his side's second goal of the game. Picture: Adam Davy

Premier League: Southampton 2 Newcastle United 0

Southampton eased their way to a convincing victory over Newcastle to ensure there is an unfamiliar look to the top of the Premier League table going into the weekend round of matches.