Tonali struggles but Gonzalez impresses - player ratings for Tottenham v Newcastle

In a 2-0 victory over Tottenham Hotspur, Newcastle United showcased impressive performances from several key players. The match took place at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, and the following player ratings were provided:

1. Sandro Tonali: A shaky start as he faced his former club for the first time, leaving him still building up fitness. He was at fault in the build-up to both goals and was ironically cheered by away fans as he came off.

2. Mateus Fernandes: Made a positive impact on his first Premier League start, always looking to be positive and causing problems in the first half with deliveries from corners.

3. Pedro Porro: Played further forward on the right wing, having a couple of openings, including a blocked shot by Hall and a dipping volley that went just over.

4. Omar Marmoush: Had a debut for Newcastle, having tormented Tottenham with Manchester City. He hit the side netting on a volley and made a smart reverse pass that created an opening for Sean Steur.

5. Mathys Tel: Saved one stinging effort and frustrated the crowd by giving the ball away. His performance was solid overall.

6. Kudus: Made a welcome return after being sidelined since January with a serious quad injury.

7. Nico Gonzalez: Provided an impressive debut, keeping composure even after receiving a booking. He delivered a stunning cross-field ball in the build-up to Elanga's goal.

The standout performance of the match belonged to Nico Gonzalez, who impressed with his composure and contributed significantly to Newcastle's victory.