Two 8/10s, three 7s and one 5 – Newcastle player ratings from 2-0 win at Hull

Newcastle stepped up their pre-season plans with a comfortable 2-0 win away at Hull City this afternoon, as first half goals from Alexander Isak and Jacob Murphy set us up nicely ahead of tomorrow’s flight to Japan.

Check out our player ratings in full below:

Pope – 7 – Welcome return for Howe’s No.1, who made a crucial save from Slater’s close-range shot in the first half, showing superb reflexes. Claimed a few crosses and looked sharp. Didn’t have much to do.

Livramento – 6 – Formed a solid partnership with Murphy as we dominate that right flank. Came off just after the hour mark, shortly after firing an effort of his own wide. Steady display and minutes in the tank after he failed to feature in our 3-1 win in Germany.

Krafth – 6 – Sometimes looks more comfortable at centre-back, a little like Burn. Late pressure did highlight some of his defensive limitations, but he did a decent job and picked out a few nice passes in the first half.

Burn – 6 – Didn’t have much thrown his way but put in a steady display as captain. Did collide with Krafth which almost allowed Slater to capitalise, but made a few timely clearances in the second half.

Lewis – 6 – The former Norwich man made his first Newcastle appearance since a two minute cameo against Chelsea on the final day in 2023. Delivered a few dangerous crosses and looked eager to impress. Nothing spectacular but should be good for his confidence as he looks to find a move.

Hall – 8 – Showed his versatility all game, starting as a No.6 before slotting in as a left-sided No.8 and then a left-back. Performed well in all roles and showed his drive both on and off the ball. Clear signs that he will become the next Eddie Howe ‘success story’.

Joelinton – 7 – Came close to opening scoring after a few dangerous arrivals into the box. Oozed class with two inexperienced midfielders around him and looked strong. Big season ahead for the Brazilian.

J. Miley – 6 – Lewis’ older…

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Author : Jaspar Shepherdson

Publish date : 2024-07-27 16:32:38

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