New dad Guimaraes hails 'best days of my life' after Tottenham win
Newcastle United moves into the Premier League's top four on Sunday with a victory at Tottenham Hotspur.
beat Tottenham 2-1 on Sunday in the Premier League. Callum Wilson and Miguel Almiron both scored for Newcastle in the first half and Harry Kane scored his 10th goal in the league in the 54th minute. Newcastle now is in fourth place with 21 points after 12 matches. Tottenham is in third place with 23 points.
who become a dad just 48 hours ago decided to play for Newcastle despite two sleepless nights at the hospital.
He told Sky Sports:
"They've been amazing days for me, to become a father for the first time. It's been incredible. I've had two days without sleep. I would stay home, but I love to be here with these guys. They make me happy and proud, and I think we deserved it today."
Guimaraes was asked about what fatherhood meant to him:
"It was one of the best days of my life. I'm very happy and proud. It's been like a dream. I don't have words because it's amazing what has happened in my life.
"I say thanks to my family. It's been difficult, but it's all worth it."
Newcastle manager Eddie Howe also praised Guimaraes after his side's victory in London.
He said:
"I didn’t know about the two nights without sleep…he kept that part quiet from me! I only knew about the one. He’s given his heart & soul to the club since he signed."
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