Newcastle United player ratings: Allan Saint-Maximin and Nick Pope shine as Magpies draw with Manchester City
Manchester City came from 3-1 down to rescue a point against Newcastle United at St James’s Park on Sunday – but how did the players fare?
First half strikes from Miguel Almiron and Callum Wilson cancelled out Ilkay Gundogan’s early opener for the visitors as Newcasle went in 2-1 ahead at the break.
Kieran Trippier added a third for Newcastle with his third free-kick of 2022 shortly after the restart before Erling Haaland volleyed City back into the contest on the hour mark.
Bernardo Silva then drew City back level just minutes later to make the score 3-3.
A string of fine saves and claims from Nick Pope ultimately saw Newcastle hang on for a well deserved point at St James’s Park to make it five points from their opening three games and continue their unbeaten start to the season.
Bernardo Silva then drew City back level just minutes later to make the score 3-3.
5. Dan Burn - 8
Defended very well at left-back once again when up against the tricky Bernardo Silva. Photo: Jan Kruger
6. Bruno Guimaraes - 8
Kept his composure well after picking up an early booking. Helped Newcastle win the midfield battle in the first half. Photo: Owen Humphreys
7. Joe Willock - 7
Was a good outlet for Newcastle on the counter but didn’t get on the ball as much as he would have liked. Photo: Jan Kruger
8. Joelinton - 8
Bossed the midfield at times as City struggled to deal with Newcastle. Won the ball back on several occasions to start Newcastle attacks. Photo: Steve Bardens