Newcastle manager Eddie Howe is hopeful his side’s performance against Norwich showed ‘glimpses of the future’.
The Magpies have been in fine form in recent months, steering clear of the relegation zone and advancing into the top half with a win over Norwich on Sunday.
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Many of Newcastle’s wins in their run of good form have been due to solid defensive work and moments of quality in the forward areas.
However, they showed on the attacking potential they have at Carrow Road running out 3-0 winners thanks to a brace from Joelinton and another goal from January signing Bruno Guimaraes.
Speaking after the game, Howe admitted the ‘shackles came off’ in the win and he hoped that was a good sign for the future.
“We were very good after we scored. The opening stages were very tight. We knew it would be coming here. Norwich are a good team and were motivated to do well today. We knew we had to see out the early stages of the game.
“We were very keen today to extend the good run we are on and not fall into any lull or falling of standards. That is the most pleasing thing of the day, that we have come here and been very professional.
“We gave it our all to win a match. Some of the quality of our play, especially after we scored, was the highest level and we scored some good goals.
“We have been playing under the pressure of trying to stay in the league and we have got a lot of results playing resilient, organised football.
“Today, for the first time the shackles came off a bit. The confidence on the ball was high and hopefully this is a glimpse of the future.
“Joelinton started as a nine and scored his two goals off the left. Both really good finishes. He showed his versatility and quality and he is someone we are really pleased with.
“There is a very good feeling in the group. A good relationship between staff, players and supporters.
“If you have that unity and quality footballers…
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