Newcastle United lost 2-0 to Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park on Wednesday evening - here are the player ratings from the match.
Eddie Howe named an unchanged line-up from the Newcastle side that beat Tottenham Hotspur 4-0 at St James’ Park 10 days ago. The Magpies went into the game looking to earn a third successive Premier League win for the first time since September.
Eberechi Eze had the first shot of the game as his edge-of-the-box effort curled wide of the right post. Jean-Philippe Mateta headed over for the hosts shortly afterwards.
Newcastle had a chance as Alexander Isak was played through on goal but Dean Henderson was quick off his line to deny the Swedish striker. A first half of few chances for The Magpies came to an end with the scoreline at 0-0.
10 minutes into the second half and Palace took the lead as Jean-Philippe Mateta received Jordan Ayew’s pass before rolling the ball into the bottom left corner of the goal.
Newcastle had a penalty shout turned down in the closing stages before Mateta doubled The Eagles’ lead to wrap up the three points. The result sees Newcastle drop behind Manchester United to seventh in the Premier League table.
Here are the Newcastle United player ratings from the match...
9. Anthony Gordon - 6
Full of running and had a chance saved late on but ultimately couldn't find a way past Palace's stubborn and well-organised defence. | Getty Images
10. Harvey Barnes - 5
Got the ball in a dangerous area early on but misplaced a backheel to Anthony Gordon instead of going himself. Quiet otherwise. | Getty Images
11. Alexander Isak - 6
Starved of service early on but had a good chance after being played through on goal by Guimaraes. Had the ball in some good areas and tried to link things up but was quiet in front of goal. | Getty Images
12. Callum Wilson - 5
On for Barnes 65: Had a couple of touches following his return from injury but wasn't able to help his side get back into the game. | Getty Images