Lewis Miley "can be as good as anyone in his position, whichever position he plays", says Newcastle boss Eddie Howe after the teenage midfielder becomes a match-winning right-back against Fulham.

This was a much-needed win for Newcastle United and Eddie Howe delivered by a player who has become far more than just an exciting prospect.

The Magpies head into the game suffering from a defensive injury crisis with Kieran Trippier, Sven Botman, Dan Burn, Emil Krafth ruled out. Tino Livramento suffered a knee injury during Wednesday’s 2-1 Carabao Cup win over Fulham while Lewis Hall missed the match due to a ‘minor hamstring issue’.

This should have been a night to celebrate for Lewis Miley – the night he scored the winning goal in a Champions League away victory that would have put Newcastle United on the brink of qualifying for the knockout rounds for the first time.

Newcastle United match-winner Lewis Miley has also been speaking to Sky Sports: "It is a great feeling. I thought I would try to flick it on and it luckily hit the back of the net, so I'm buzzing. It is an unreal feeling. I grew up here so it couldn't be a better feeling.