Newcastle United are beating Aston Villa 2-0 at half-time at Villa Park - here are the player ratings from the match so far.
The Magpies went into the game having not won a Premier League match away from home since September while Aston Villa have not lost a home league match since February 2023. Eddie Howe's side have lost each of their last four Premier League matches and sit 14 points behind Villa in the Premier League table.
The Magpies took the lead through Fabian Schar in the first half as the defender volleyed in from Kieran Trippier's corner. The Swiss centre-back then doubled Newcastle's lead shortly after as he reacted quickest to Anthony Gordon's shot which deflected back off the crossbar.
Just as things seemed to be going quite well for Newcastle, they were dealt yet another injury blow with Alexander Isak forced off at the end of the first half as they went in 2-0 up at the break.
Here are the Newcastle United half-time player ratings from the match...
9. Jacob Murphy - 7
Still getting up to speed lacking the match sharpness in and out of possession but still managed to play a great ball through to release Anthony Gordon. Met Almiron's cross to force an own goal from Alex Moreno. | Getty Images
10. Anthony Gordon - 7
Couldn't quite get an effective shot away after being slipped through by Murphy. Saw another effort deflect over the bar in the first half. Was a threat but once again faded as Newcastle lacked options on the bench. | AFP via Getty Images
11. Alexander Isak - 6
Curled a shot wide on the 20 minute mark. Moved out onto the left before being forced off just before half-time. | AFP via Getty Images
12. Miguel Almiron - 7
On for Isak 43: Played a key role in Newcastle's third goal with a good low cross into the box. | CameraSport via Getty Images