Sean Steur repays Newcastle United faith as one moment causes social media frenzy

Sean Steur impressed on his return to Newcastle United's starting lineup during Saturday's 1-1 draw with Fulham. A video of the 18-year-old midfielder's slide tackle on Antonee Robinson sparked major attention on social media, garnering more than 100,000 views on X. The Dutch under-21 international started for the first time since September 19 due to Joelinton's injury and Jacob Ramsey's suspension.

Manager Matthias Jaissle started Steur alongside £50 million signing Nico Gonzalez, despite previously suggesting the two shared too similar a profile to play together. Steur completed 35 passes in the middle third at a 94.6% accuracy rate and recorded six ball recoveries before being replaced in the 74th minute, ahead of joining the Netherlands under-21 squad.