Coventry City produced a stunning performance to defeat Newcastle United 4-1 at the CBS Arena, securing their first home Premier League victory in 25 years and climbing out of the relegation zone.
Frank Lampard's side delivered an impressive attacking display, with Jack Rudoni, Sidiki Cherif, Ellis Simms and Stephen Mfuni all finding the net as Coventry celebrated a memorable night in front of their home supporters.
Newcastle goalkeeper Lukas Hornicek endured a difficult start, conceding an early penalty after bringing down Cherif inside the area. Rudoni confidently converted the spot-kick, scoring Coventry's first Premier League goal at home since John Hartson's winner against Sunderland in April 2001.
Coventry doubled their advantage just three minutes after half-time when teenage forward Cherif produced a clinical finish to put the hosts firmly in control.
Sven Botman briefly revived Newcastle's hopes with a spectacular long-range strike in the 70th minute, but substitute Simms restored Coventry's two-goal cushion with a deflected effort.
Eighteen-year-old Mfuni completed the emphatic victory in the 86th minute, driving into the penalty area before curling a superb finish into the top-right corner.
The result marks Coventry's second Premier League victory of the season, lifting them to 14th place and level on points with Manchester United.
Meanwhile, Matthias Jaissle's Newcastle remain 11th with eight points from their opening six matches.
Coventry entered the contest looking to build on their victory over Nottingham Forest, which had secured their first Premier League win since the 2000-01 campaign.
Although the international break disrupted their momentum, Lampard's players showed renewed confidence and attacking intent against Newcastle.
The hosts made a dream start when Hornicek, pressured by Ephron Mason-Clark, failed to deal with the ball before bringing down Cherif to concede a penalty.
Rudoni made no mistake from the spot, sending the home crowd into celebration.
Newcastle responded by applying sustained pressure, but Coventry defender Bobby Thomas produced two crucial blocks to deny Matias Fernandez-Pardo and preserve the hosts' advantage before half-time.
Having scored just once in their opening five league matches, Coventry finally found their attacking rhythm.
Cherif doubled the lead in the 48th minute with a composed finish, demonstrating the confidence that had been missing from Coventry's earlier performances.
Simms then capitalised on a Newcastle defensive mistake after referee John Brooks allowed play to continue following Joelinton's challenge on Brandon Thomas-Asante near the edge of the penalty area.
However, the standout moment belonged to Mfuni, whose outstanding curling effort sealed an unforgettable victory.
After facing difficult early-season fixtures against Arsenal and Manchester City, Coventry's commanding performance offered encouraging evidence that Lampard's side can compete at Premier League level.
While Newcastle's eight points from their opening five league fixtures represented a reasonable start under Jaissle following Eddie Howe's five-year tenure, defensive vulnerabilities remain a major concern.
Those weaknesses were ruthlessly exposed by Coventry, who repeatedly exploited the space Newcastle left behind when pushing forward.
Hornicek's early penalty concession immediately placed the visitors under pressure, forcing them to chase the game.
Newcastle's defensive organisation deteriorated further as Coventry found opportunities to counter-attack.
Cherif was given too much time and space before scoring the hosts' second goal, while Joelinton's loss of possession contributed to Simms extending Coventry's lead.
The visitors also paid the price for their wastefulness in front of goal.
Fernandez-Pardo missed an excellent opportunity to equalise during the first half when he allowed Jacob Murphy's pass to run across goal, only to discover that no teammate was arriving to finish.
The Belgian attacker was subsequently denied by Thomas, whose defensive contributions proved vital to Coventry's success.
Although Botman's spectacular strike briefly offered hope, Newcastle lacked the defensive discipline and attacking efficiency required to mount a comeback.
The defeat leaves Newcastle with significant questions to answer as they prepare for their next Premier League fixture.
Jaissle must address his team's defensive positioning, individual errors and lack of clinical finishing if the Magpies are to improve their league position.
Newcastle return to action against Aston Villa on Saturday at 17:30 BST, providing an immediate opportunity to respond.
For Coventry, however, the victory represents a major confidence boost.
With two league wins secured and their attacking players beginning to deliver, Lampard's side have demonstrated that they possess the quality and determination to compete in the Premier League.
