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Newcastle United won 1-0 at St. James’ Park as they concluded their preparations for the new Premier League season against Stade Brest. The victory bringing home a second successive Sela Cup.
Against a strong opponent, who finished 3rd in Ligue 1 last season, United looked sharp in the opening exchanges and took the lead in the 15th minute through Harvey Barnes after a long diagonal pass from Lloyd Kelly. Brest then came into the game as the first half became an even contest. That theme continued into the second half which was a tactical battle with chances at both ends, but no further goals.
Here are our five key takeaways from the game:
A strong debut for Osula
Will Osula made his debut and looked an effective runner with a good touch and a decent finish. The standout moment was in the 23rd minute when the Dane thought he’d timed his run down the left channel perfectly before opening his body up and slotting home with his right foot – unfortunately the offside flag spoiled his celebrations.
Solid debut from Osula. Took his (offside) finish very well. Can’t wait to see how he develops under Howe’s coaching #NUFC pic.twitter.com/yDwmUxdpBy
— Newcastle United Supporters’ Club (@Nusc2023) August 10, 2024
He had further chances in the 3rd, 33rd and 68th minute through a run in behind, a right footed backheel flick, and a run which was blocked at the near post which should’ve resulted in a corner.
The £10million signing certainly showed he has enough about him to be the third-choice striker behind Isak and Wilson, with there also being plenty to work with on the training ground.
If only Harvey Barnes could play on the right!
Harvey Barnes endured an injury hit first season on Tyneside with a broken foot keeping him out for four months not long after his £38m move. Still, the former Leicester City player chipped in with five goals and three assists, and Barnes found the net again today, cutting in from the left, before slotting the…
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Author : Jonathan Young
Publish date : 2024-08-11 07:14:10
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