NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, England (Dec. 6, 2025) (Interstat) — Newcastle United opened its Premier League season with a 2-1 home victory over Burnley on Saturday at St. James’ Park, defying pre-match projections. Bruno Guimarães gave the hosts a lead in the 31st minute. Burnley substitute Zian Flemming later equalized, but Newcastle forward Anthony Gordon secured the win with a second-half goal. Burnley played a man down after a 43rd-minute red card to a player identified only as Lucas. The result, which contradicted statistical models favoring Burnley, leaves Newcastle with a perfect early record while Burnley seeks its first win.