Newcastle United player ratings v Leicester City: THREE 9/10s as Eddie Howe’s side dominate - gallery
Newcastle United beat Leicester City 3-0 at the King Power Stadium on Boxing Day - here are our player ratings from the match.
Newcastle took the lead within the opening three minutes after Joelinton was fouled by Daniel Amartey in the penalty area and Chris Wood converted from the spot. Miguel Almiron then doubled the visitors’ advantage shortly afterwards with his ninth goal of the season following a neat exchange with Bruno Guimaraes.
Joelinton then made it 3-0 to Newcastle just after the half-hour mark as he headed the ball in from Kieran Trippier’s cross.
Newcastle saw the game out in the second half to make it six league wins in a row and climb up to second in the table.
Newcastle saw the game out in the second half to make it six league wins in a row and climb up to second in the table.
5. Dan Burn - 7
Dealt with Leicester well down his side and got forward well. Nicked the ball back at some important moments.
6. Bruno Guimaraes - 9
A great assist released Almiron to double Newcastle’s lead early on. Always looking to get on the ball and read the game well to cut out Leicester’s danger in the midfield.
7. Sean Longstaff - 7
Was caught on the ball once but worked hard and limited Leicester in the middle of the park.
8. Joe Willock - 7
His energy and running caused problems for Leicester but wasn’t able to get into areas to create any big chances.