Pierre Sage's days at Crystal Palace feel numbered as clinical Newcastle triumph 2-0 to ease pressure on Matthias Jaissle, writes BOBBI MANZI

Newcastle United defeated Crystal Palace 2-0 at Selhurst Park in a clinical and disciplined performance under manager Matthias Jaissle, easing the pressure on his position at the club. The result raises serious questions about the future of Crystal Palace manager Pierre Sage, whose tenure appears increasingly under threat following the defeat. The win was described as one of Newcastle's better displays of the season.