Carew hat-trick sinks Newcastle

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BIRMINGHAM, England (AFP) — John Carew scored a second-half hat-trick as Aston Villa produced a fantastic turnaround to sink Newcastle at Villa Park.

The 4-1 win for Martin O'Neill's men means Kevin Keegan is still seeking a first win in his second spell as Newcastle manager and the Magpies have now gone nine games without a victory.

Keegan must have thought he was on course for victory as Michael Owen gave the visitors a half-time lead.

But Wilfred Bouma scored immediately after half-time, and a treble from forward Carew ensured the game was turned on its head.

Villa are now back on course for European football next season but Newcastle are edging ever closer to the relegation battle.

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