Newcastle United's Pre-Season Win Over Darlington
Newcastle United began their pre-season with a 3-0 win over National League North side Darlington, but the Magpies were without key duo Joelinton and Fabian Schar due to fitness management.
Who Was Absent?
Joelinton and Fabian Schar were both absent from the match, with the club understanding that they are being managed due to their injuries at the end of last season.
The Squad's Performance
Newcastle United's 22-man squad performed well, with Joe Willock and Will Osula scoring two goals before half-time. Sean Neave added a third in the second half.
What Comes Next?
Newcastle United will face National League outfit Gateshead on Saturday in their first public friendly of the summer.
Key Players' Performances
Joe Willock gave the Magpies the lead in the 29th minute after getting on the end of Jacob Murphy's cross. Six minutes later, Willock won the penalty that Osula converted.
The Squad's Lineup
Newcastle United's first-half XI consisted of Nick Pope, Leo Shahar, Alex Murphy, Sven Botman, Lewis Hall, Jacob Ramsey, Joe Willock, Sean Steur, Jacob Murphy, William Osula, and Harvey Barnes.
The Second-Half XI
Newcastle United's second-half XI consisted of Ewen Jaouen, Mason Miley, Miodrag Pivaš, Luke Craggs, Dylan Charlton, Rory Finneran, Anthony Munda, Sean Neave, Trevan Sanusi, Park Seung-soo, and Vakhtang Salia.
Conclusion
Newcastle United's pre-season win over Darlington is a positive start to the Magpies' summer, but the absence of key duo Joelinton and Fabian Schar is a concern for the club.
What's Next for Newcastle United?
Newcastle United will face National League outfit Gateshead on Saturday in their first public friendly of the summer, and the Magpies will be looking to build on their positive start to pre-season.
Key Players' Injuries
Joelinton and Fabian Schar are both expected to return later in pre-season as they continue their respective recoveries. Lewis Miley and Tino Livramento are also expected to return later in pre-season as they continue their respective recoveries.
Newcastle United's Pre-Season Schedule
Newcastle United will face National League outfit Gateshead on Saturday in their first public friendly of the summer, and the Magpies will be looking to build on their positive start to pre-season.
The Squad's Performance
Newcastle United's 22-man squad performed well, with Joe Willock and Will Osula scoring two goals before half-time. Sean Neave added a third in the second half.
The Squad's Lineup
Newcastle United's first-half XI consisted of Nick Pope, Leo Shahar, Alex Murphy, Sven Botman, Lewis Hall, Jacob Ramsey, Joe Willock, Sean Steur, Jacob Murphy, William Osula, and Harvey Barnes.
The Second-Half XI
Newcastle United's second-half XI consisted of Ewen Jaouen, Mason Miley, Miodrag Pivaš, Luke Craggs, Dylan Charlton, Rory Finneran, Anthony Munda, Sean Neave, Trevan Sanusi, Park Seung-soo, and Vakhtang Salia.
Conclusion
Newcastle United's pre-season win over Darlington is a positive start to the Magpies' summer, but the absence of key duo Joelinton and Fabian Schar is a concern for the club.
