ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE

                                                              Newcastle claimed a first win under Rafael Benitez as they overcame Swansea to bolster their   chances of Premier League survival.

Jamaal Lascelles headed in from a corner to put Newcastle in front towards the end of an edgy first half.
Ashley Williams and Jefferson Montero missed chances as the Swans dominated after the break, but Moussa Sissoko and Andros Townsend struck late goals.

Newcastle are now three points adrift of safety, while Swansea drop to 15th.