Dan Burn couldn't hide his delight at full-time on Monday evening as the draw with Leicester City secured Newcastle United a top-four finish and a Champions League spot next season.
The Magpies are now guaranteed to finish in the top four, with Liverpool unable to catch them on the final day of the season. And Burn could hardly believe the achievement as he was interviewed by the club's official media channel on the pitch at full-time.
The Newcastle-born defender admitted that securing the achievement at St James' Park, in front of the Newcastle United supporters, made it all the more special, as he reflected on a special campaign and also looked ahead to next term.
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The Geordie defender told NUFCTV: "It's madness! I can't believe we've got to the Champions League. It was a bit nervy towards the end, but I think we've been brilliant all season and thoroughly deserve it. It's amazing to do it at home in front of the fans.
"It's class, man. To do it at home, with this atmosphere, all the flags before the game and stuff. We knew it would be a bit nervy and Leicester looked like they were happy with the point as well. Popey has had to pull a big save off at the end, but listen, absolutely brilliant.
"It's such a great achievement. We knew it's going to be a tough season next season, but honestly, I can't believe we have managed to get to a League Cup final and Champions League this year. It's amazing!"
Newcastle United conclude their campaign at Chelsea on Sunday. But with a top-four finish guaranteed now, Eddie Howe's side can head to the capital and enjoy the afternoon and celebrate the fruits of their labour over the course of an excellent season.
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