Eddie Howe was evidently not exaggerating when, on the eve of kick-off, he described AFC Wimbledon as “well organised”.
If anything it proved quite an understatement as Johnnie Jackson’s League Two players not only prevented Newcastle from scoring in open play but succeeded in frequently silencing St James’ Park.
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