A first half brace from Joelinton has put Newcastle in a commanding position at the break. The Brazilian’s first goal was a header set up by Jacob Murphy before he doubled United’s advantage just before half-time.
Al Hilal had several chances themselves in the opening 45 minutes but were denied by several good saves from debutant goalkeeper Loris Karius.
Substitute Miguel Almiron then netted a brace to continue his fine run of form before young forward Dylan Stephenson made it 5-0
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21. Lewis Miley - n/a
On for Manquillo 87: What a moment for the 16-year-old as he played out the closing stages. | AFP via Getty Images
22. Jay Turner-Cooke - n/a
On for Lascelles 87: Got a run out in the closing stages. | Frank Reid
23. Alexander Isak - Not in matchday squad
Still recovering from a thigh injury. | Getty Images
24. Matt Targett - Not in matchday squad
Has trained this week but was left out of Eddie Howe’s matchday squad due to illness. Photo: Jan Kruger