Wissa & Toure star as Jaissle wins first Newcastle friendly - ratings
Newcastle United forward Yoane Wissa scores twice in a 2-1 win against Valencia in Matthias Jaissle's first game in charge - but how did the Magpies players perform?
In his first pre-season friendly as head coach, Matthias Jaissle secured a 2-1 victory against Valencia at Mestalla Stadium with a brace from Newcastle forward Yoane Wissa. Valencia's Filip Ugrinic opened the scoring with a well-struck curling effort, but Newcastle's Anthony Elanga equalised just before halftime. Substitute Wissa then restored Newcastle's lead with a composed finish from close range, and new signing Bazoumana Toure added a third after finding Wissa with an intelligent pass.
The match saw several debuts, with Bazoumana Toure and Mason Miley making their Newcastle debuts, the latter having already impressed in training. Lukas Hornicek, the Valencia goalkeeper, made several crucial saves but was found wanting in communication with his defenders. Newcastle's Anthony Elanga left the pitch on a stretcher after being fouled by Jose Gaya, with concerns over the severity of his injury.
Despite the loss, Newcastle players were praised for their overall performance, with young talents like Bazoumana Toure and Mason Miley showing promise.
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