English U21 Premier League: Newcastle U21 2-0 Blackburn Rovers U21. Newcastle's young Magpies delivered a professional performance to see off Blackburn Rovers U21 with a 2-0 victory at their training ground. The home side's dominance was rewarded with a first-half goal, giving them a platform to control the tempo. Blackburn offered more resistance after the break but were ultimately undone by a swift counter-attack that led to Newcastle's second and decisive goal. The match showcased the technical discipline of Newcastle's academy products, who managed the game effectively from the front. This result helps solidify Newcastle U21's standing in the northern section of the division, while Blackburn's youngsters will reflect on a match where they struggled to translate possession into clear-cut chances.