Yann is the man for Royals

Leaders Newcastle remain a point clear at the top after beating relegation-threatened Wigan Athletic 2-1 at St James’ Park.

Dwight Gayle’s 22nd goal of the season gave the Magpies the halftime lead but Michael Jacobs equalised five minutes into the second half.

However, the Latics were level for just seven minutes as Matt Ritchie restored Newcastle’s lead.

Glenn Murray’s 67th-minute strike saw Brighton beat Blackburn Rovers 1-0 at the Amex Stadium to inflict a first defeat on new Ewood Park boss Tony Mowbray, whose side remain in the bottom three.

Town are now nine points behind Brighton after they lost 1-0 at home to Burton, with Jackson Irvine’s effort deep into injury time moving Nigel Clough’s team four points clear of the relegation places.

Bristol City remain one point above the drop zone after losing 2-0 at Brentford.

First-half goals from Sergi Canos and Lasse Vibe gave the Bees the three points.

Nottingham Forest moved a point further away from danger after a 1-1 draw with Preston.

Britt Assombalonga gave the Reds the half-time lead at Deepdale but Aiden McGeady equalised early in the second half.

Ipswich and Birmingham are both six points above the bottom three after sharing a 1-1 draw at Portman Road. Jonathan Grounds gave Birmingham the lead but Grant Ward levelled things up for the hosts.

Wolves won at home against Cardiff. A Danny Batth double and a goal from Helder Costa gave them a 3-1 victory, with Kenneth Zohore replying.

Aston Villa continued to finish the season strongly after Jonathan Kodjia scored both goals in a 2-0 home win against Norwich, who had Ivo Pinto sent off with 10 minutes left.