Newcastle United beat Hull City 2-0 in a pre-season friendly at the MKM Stadium. It’s The Magpies’ first friendly of the summer in front of a crowd as they sported the new 2024-25 Adidas home shirt.
Alexander Isak and Jacob Murphy scored to put Newcastle in control against the Championship side at the break. There were no further goals in the second half as Newcastle saw out the win.
Eddie Howe named a starting line-up including Jamal Lewis, returning from a loan spell at Watford and 20-year-old midfielder Jamie Miley. The bench was made up of goalkeeper signings Odysseas Vlachodimos and John Ruddy in addition to 11 Under-21s players - including Garang Kuol.
Newcastle started the game well with Joelinton shooting over from close range in the opening minute. The Brazilian then saw a close-range header clawed away by Hull goalkeeper Ivor Pandur as the score remained goalless.
Newcastle took the lead on 32 minutes as Jacob Murphy’s clipped cross was volleyed in by Alexander Isak from close range. Murphy then attempted to provide for Harvey Barnes but his cross rolled straight in to make it 2-0 before the break.
Tino Livramento hit an effort over the bar early in the second half as Newcastle looked to extend their advantage. Ultimately the scoreline remained 2-0 as Newcastle’s youngsters saw out the match after coming off the bench in the second half.
Here are the Newcastle United player ratings from the match...
9. Jacob Murphy - 8
Put in several good crosses into the box, assisting Isak's opener. Newcastle's biggest attacking threat with an electric wide display. Lacked a bit of control with a wild shot over the crossbar. | Getty Images
10. Alexander Isak - 7
Cool on the ball and took the chance that fell his way well with a smart volleyed finish. Two goals in two games this pre-season. Almost scored another on the stroke of half-time but was denied by a good save. | Getty Images
11. Harvey Barnes - 5
Drifted in and out of the game and saw a good opportunity blocked after being set up by Murphy. Struggled to get the ball out from under his feet on a couple of occasions. | Getty Images
12. Jay Turner-Cooke - 6
On for Livramento 63: Looked confident in possession and battled well to help Newcastle see out the friendly win. Photo: Stu Forster