Newcastle United are winning 3-0 at Burnley at half-time on Saturday afternoon - here are the player ratings from the match so far.
Eddie Howe made two changes to the Newcastle side that beat Sheffield United 5-1 with the injured Fabian Schar dropping out in place of Emil Krafth and Callum Wilson making his first start since February as Elliot Anderson dropped to the bench.
Newcastle took the lead against the run of the play with their first meaningful attack of the match after 20 minutes as Alexander Isak’s blocked effort from Jacob Murphy’s cross was poked in by Callum Wilson on the rebound.
Sean Longstaff doubled Newcastle’s lead with a well-placed shot before Bruno Guimaraes made it 3-0 after being set up by Anthony Gordon.
And that’s how the scoreline stayed heading in at half-time as Newcastle ended the opening 45 in control.
Here are the Newcastle half-time player ratings from the match so far (ratings updated at full-time)...

9. Anthony Gordon - 7
Got the ball in some dangerous areas and showed good composure to set up Guimaraes. Won yet another penalty but it wasn't converted this time by Isak. Photo: Ryan Pierse

10. Alexander Isak - 7
Got himself involved and had some clever touches but lacked his usual cutting edge. Missed his first penalty for the club before scoring his 20th goal of the season minutes later with a close range finish. | Getty Images

11. Callum Wilson - 9
Booked for simulation but made amends minutes later with a reactive finish. Played a key role in the second goal with some excellent hold-up play. A top-quality centre-forward display in front of England manager Gareth Southgate. | Getty Images

12. Harvey Barnes - 6
On for Wilson 69: Carried the ball forward on a few occasions but couldn't help Newcastle extend their lead. | Getty Images


