Newcastle boss Eddie Howe was pleased with victory over Aston Villa.
Kieran Tripper struck the only goal of the game for the hosts.
Howe said: "Three more points feels good from where we have come. But even in this good moment we are very calm but very pleased.
"We didn't give up too many chances to Aston Villa. It was a tight game and in weeks gone by we wouldn't have won this game. There is still a heck of a long way to go.
"There are lots of things we can improve. We defended heroically at times but I feel we have a lot to do still. We know we are in the early stages but we're pleased with progress we are making.
"The crowd has been like this with the team and me from the moment I came in. I can't thank them enough."
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