Newcastle manager Eddie Howe was impressed by his charges' performance at Villa Park as they handed Aston Villa their first home defeat in almost a year.
Arsenal overcame a slow start in the first half to narrow the distance to Premier League leaders Liverpool to two points with a 2-1 victory at Nottingham Forest.
Fulham's struggles in front of goal continued as they missed key chances in a goalless draw against Everton at Craven Cottage in the Premier League.
Former Manchester United captain Gary Neville urged Marcus Rashford to think about his "choices and timing" after his escapades led to an internal disciplinary.
Everton's appeal against a 10-point penalty imposed for breaches of Premier League financial rules is being heard this week, according to reports.
Mikel Arteta insists he is in the "right place" as the Arsenal manager revealed he was left upset by rumours that he was set to quit for Barcelona.