Newcastle United recorded a huge 1-0 win at Leeds United's Elland Road, thanks to Jonjo Shelvey's second-half winner.
The Magpies had an early chance when Allan Saint-Maximin fed Joe Willock. He couldn't get a shot away but found Joelinton, who fired over.
The home side had the most of the possession and Martin Dubravka pulled off an excellent save to deny Dan James after a flowing move.
Jonjo Shelvey drew an excellent save from Meslier in the home goal after catching a volley sweetly from a half-cleared corner.
Joelinton was forced off just before half-time with an injury, Sean Longstaff replacing him.
Newcastle were hit by two more second-half injuries, with both Paul Dummett and captain Jamaal Lascelles having to come off.
In an end-to-end game, Newcastle had their chances through Longstaff and Ryan Fraser.
But they got their goal when Jonjo Shelvey's free-kick beat Meslier at the far post to send the away fans wild.
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Here's how Lee Ryder rated the Newcastle players.
Martin Dubravka 8
Stayed cool as Leeds used fair means and foul to beat him in second half. Faced 13 shots overall. Vital first half stop to deny Klich.
Kieran Trippier 8
His arrival has made a huge difference. Cajoled and encouraged when needed. Battled hard and made key interceptions.
Fabian Schar 9
Battled through pain barrier after boot in the head. Swept clear time after time. Kept defence together and picks up man of the match.
Jamaal Lascelles 6
Struggled at times but managed a couple of blocks. Went off injured with 68 minutes played. Five clearances overall.
Paul Dummett 6
Battled hard but given a tough time by Raphinha. Went off with an injury just after the hour. Booked for time wasting.
Ryan Fraser 6
Had some good opportunities to finish the game off. A decent effort but room for improvement.
Jonjo Shelvey 8
Has his critics but stepped up to stay cool when it mattered. A good show and hopefully can build on it with two upcoming home matches.
Joe WIllock 7
A better second half but had a chance to seal win and end goal drought.
Joelinton 7
A couple of efforts at goal before being forced off with a knee injury.
Allan Saint-Maximin 8
Always looked to create something. Went up a level after Newcastle went 1-0 up. Should have had a penalty and created some great openings for others.
Chris Wood 7
Won 15 aerial balls overall. Laid it off stylishly after the break. Taunted by home fans but had last laugh.
Subs
Sean Longstaff 7 (for Joelinton 41)
Didn't shirk the challenge.
Javier Manquillo 8 (for Dummett 62)
Made a big impact by winning free-kick
Ciaran Clark 7 (for Lascelles 68)
Helped protect clean sheet
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