Joe Willock’s brace helped Newcastle United eke past Birmingham City in an FA Cup thriller to progress into the fifth round of the competition. Birmingham took the lead inside a minute through ex-Man United prodigy Ethan Laird, who smashed past Nick Pope with the help of a deflection from Callum Wilson.

It wasn't easy, but Newcastle United outlasted hosts Birmingham City to claim a 3-2 victory in the fourth round of the FA Cup on Saturday. The Magpies came into the match as heavy favourites given their status as a Premier League side taking on a League One outfit,

Good afternoon and welcome to Chronicle Live's coverage of Newcastle United vs Birmingham City in the FA Cup. The Magpies travel to the Midlands hoping to build on Wednesday night's thriller in the Carabao Cup against Arsenal.