Newcastle United certainly returned to form on Saturday.
Eddie Howe’s side thrashed Chelsea at St James’ Park, ramping up the intensity in the second-half after a tight opening 45 minutes.
Even despite an injury crisis that recently claimed Joe Willock as its latest victim, Newcastle had enough to put a team who have beaten Tottenham and drawn with Manchester City of late to the sword.
Lewis Miley stood out in the middle of the park of course but Bruno Guimaraes cannot be ignored.
Back in the side after sitting out the dire loss away at Bournemouth due to suspension, the Brazilian was back to his best at St James’ Park.
Indeed, one big-name international teammate was impressed.
Bruno Guimaraes: Vinicius Jr responds to Newcastle star’s performance against Chelsea
After the game, Guimaraes took to Instagram to caption a collage of himself in action on Tyneside: “Living this club intensely! Great victory and hunger for more.”
Suitably impressed by his compatriot’s display, Real Madrid and Brazil star Vinicius Jr responded with three fire emojis.
Bruno Guimaraes: How did Newcastle star play vs Chelsea?
It was a good day for the 26-year-old in the middle of the park.
According to WhoScored data, he produced the most dribbles out of anyone in the Newcastle squad (4), drew 3 fouls (ranking second) and contributed three tackles (joint-second with Kieran Trippier).
Having also found the mark with seven of his ten attempted long balls and his only attempted through ball, his passing radar was on point too.
A very composed display from Guimaraes, who more than deserves his praise.
Paris Saint-Germain await on Tuesday and Newcastle need the Brazil star firing at his very best if they’re going to turn things around in the dreaded Group of Death.
More outings like these and his team certainly have a better chance.
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