Dan Burn’s thunderous header helps Newcastle to win over Athletic Bilbao

Joelinton added a second goal four minutes into the second half.
Dan Burn’s header set Newcastle on their way. Picture: David Davies/PA

Dan Burn’s header set Newcastle on their way. Picture: David Davies/PA

Uefa Champions League: Newcastle 2 (Burn 11, Joelinton 49) Athletic Club 0

Dan Burn produced a header of brutal beauty as they eased to a 2-0 Champions League victory over Athletic Bilbao on a night when he had urged Newcastle to remember how to win ugly.

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