Chukwueze scored a screamer which ended Newcastle United’s dream of reaching the UEFA Champions League last 16 after AC Milan came from behind to win 2-1 at St James’ Park.
The Magpies went into the Matchday 6 showdown needing a victory and a slip from Paris Saint-Germain to progress from ‘The Group of Death,’ but they came up short despite a strong start.
Only some inspired defending from England international Fikayo Tomori denied Miguel Almiron the opener but the Milan defence could do nothing to stop Joelinton’s 18-yard rocket on 33 minutes.
Milan improved following the interval and stunned the Toon Army on 59 minutes when former Chelsea star Christian Pulisic tapped in from close range.
It led to an end-to-end finale with both sides hitting the woodwork before substitute Samuel Chukwueze secured UEFA Europa League football for the Serie A side six minutes from time.
PSG’s draw at table-topping Borussia Dortmund means Kylian Mbappe and Co progress to the knockout stage in second spot. Milan finish third in Group F with Eddie Howe’s men bottom and out of Europe.
