NEWCASTLE fans lamented the “real Joelinton” after he missed an open goal during their Carabao Cup semi-final first leg with Southampton… before he went on to score.
The Magpies forward has resurrected his career over the past 12 months, thriving under Eddie Howe.
GettyJoelinton blazed over from just four yards out[/caption]
Joelinton could not believe he had missed the opportunityRichard Pelham / The Sun
But Toon supporters were handed a reminder of his dreadful early form in the North East when he squandered a huge opportunity on Tuesday night.
With the game goalless, Miguel Almiron found Joelinton at the back post with a deflected cross.
But the Brazilian somehow side-footed his effort over the bar from just four yards out.
And the Newcastle faithful quickly pointed out it was a miss reminiscent of the South American’s first couple of years in England.
One frustrated social media user said: “Old Joelinton is back ”.
While another added: “That’s the real Joelinton ”.
However, Joelinton ended up having the final say as he bagged the opening goal in the 73rd minute.
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