A brilliant start to the Sela Weekender for Newcastle United as a Sean Longstaff brace, another goal for Jacob Murphy and smart Anthony Gordon finish saw us batter Girona 4-0 at St James’ Park. Here come the ratings and some comments on each player involved in on the night: Pope (7) – Great save in the first half and made …
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