After a goalless first half, Newcastle took the lead midway through the second half as Joe Willock finished brilliantly from the edge of the box following a driving run from Miguel Almiron.
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9. Miguel Almiron - 8
Had Newcastle’s first decent chance of the game as he volleyed over from 15-yards. Made a great run to set up Willock for the opening goal. | Getty Images
10. Joelinton - 8
Pressed high and won the ball back at key moments in the attacking third. Posed a threat in possession too. | Getty Images
11. Chris Wood - 6
Offered some presence up front and did plenty of running off the ball but it didn’t always stick to him when needed. Couldn’t quite pounce on a lovely ball across goal from Willock in the second half. Worked hard before being withdrawn. | AFP via Getty Images
12. Callum Wilson - 6
On for Wood 75: On for the closing stages as Newcastle tried to see the game out. Had a couple of neat touches. | Getty Images