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Phil Costa·18 February 2020

'Really?' Steve Bruce surprised by damning Joelinton stat 😬

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Newcastle manager Steve Bruce has defended record signing Joelinton after another mediocre display in Sunday’s 4-0 defeat to Arsenal.

Joelinton took just three touches – out of a possible 37 – in the Gunners’ penalty box as his long wait for a Premier League goal continues.


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The 22-year-old has scored once in 26 appearances this term but despite widespread criticism, Bruce believes some patience is required.

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“In the opposition box? Really? Seems a strange stat,” Bruce responded.

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