Harvey Barnes scored twice as Newcastle United turned their season around with a 2-1 win over Manchester City.
Barnes scored either side of a Ruben Dias strike to hand Newcastle United a crucial three points at St James’ Park.
Lewis Hall and Tino Livramento returned to give Eddie Howe’s side a major boost.
Newcastle could well have scored many more goals in what was a statement display.
Here’s how Geordie Boot Boys rated the players….
Nick Pope – 7
Did well to deny Erling Haaland from close range, while his proactive approach forced the City striker to shoot high and wide when Newcastle were carved open.
Tino Livramento – 8
What a return to action. Newcastle are a different team with Livramento and Hall in the side.
No signs of ring rust.
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Malick Thiaw – 8
Did not give Erling Haaland a minute. What a player. Difficult to think of a better central defender in the Premier League of late.
Fabian Schar – 7
Looks worthy of a new contract. Sloppy passing at times but generally very strong.
Lewis Hall – 8
Looked like he’s never been away. Gave Newcastle a brilliant attacking outlet and was strong defensively.
Thomas Tuchel should have been watching. Hall simply has to go to the 2026 World Cup with England.
Sandro Tonali – 8
Imperious as ever. His energy gave Newcastle a brilliant outlet when they were under pressure.
Bruno Guimaraes – 7
Played in the deeper role today and looked much better for it. Guimaraes has had better games but that was still impressive.
Joelinton – 7
Much better here. Broke up play nicely and showed his ability on the ball. Has been questioned in recent months but this was the Joelinton of old.
Jacob Murphy – 7
Some brilliant crosses for Barnes and a fine shift at left-wing back.
Nick Woltemade – 7
Twice went close to a goal in the first half and arguably should have done better with both chances. Isolated for much of the game but some nice touches as ever. Crucial in the build-up to the goal.
Harvey Barnes – 8
Should have done much better with two chances in the first half but that does not matter now. Two crucial goals to turn Newcastle’s season around. Looked a lot better than Anthony Gordon in recent weeks.
A statement performance from Barnes, who is surely now Newcastle’s most effective left-winger ahead of Gordon.
Subs:
Sven Botman – 6
Joe Willock – N/A
Anthony Elanga – N/A
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