Szmodics scores but misses penalty in shootout as Newcastle overcome Blackburn

Sammie Szmodics could be called up to the Republic of Ireland squad in the near future.

Blackburn's Sammie Szmodics, right, reacts after Newcastle's goalkeeper Martin Dubravka, left, saves his penalty. AP Photo/Dave Thompson.

Martin Dubravka saved twice as Newcastle beat Blackburn 4-3 on penalties after a 1-1 draw in a compelling FA Cup fifth-round tie at Ewood Park on Tuesday.

The Newcastle goalkeeper denied Sammie Szmodics and Dom Hyam from the spot to secure a nervy victory after the Premier League outfit were taken all the way by the side 16th in the Sky Bet Championship.