Newcastle penalty hero Karl Darlow was quick to highlight Jamaal Lascelles' wonder tackle after victory over Crystal Palace.

Lascelles' superbly-executed tackle on Conor Wickham after just 11 minutes was equally as important as Andros Townsend's goal or Darlow's saves.

“Jamaal has been excellent since he stepped into the team and we need leaders," said Darlow. “And that tackle was a big moment for us.

“We need people that not many thought would come through this season to do something.

“Hopefully, we can play out part to the end and keep this club up."