Newcastle United were beaten 1-0 by Mainz 05 at the Kufstein Arena in Austria on Monday afternoon - but how did the players fare?
After dispatching of 1860 Munich 3-0 on Friday, Newcastle took on a side who finished 8th in the Bundesliga last season and undoubtedly provided their toughest pre-season test of the month so far.
Following a goalless opening 45 minutes, Delano Burgzorg gave Mainz the lead following a quick counter attack.
It was Newcastle’s first defeat of pre-season ahead of the 2022-23 Premier League campaign as Eddie Howe gave 23 players a run-out in Austria.
It was Newcastle’s first defeat of pre-season ahead of the 2022-23 Premier League campaign as Eddie Howe gave 23 players a run-out in Austria.
17. Matt Targett - 6
On for Ritchie 61: Another solid display out wide as he allowed Saint-Maximin to get forward well.
On for Guimaraes 61: Put a teasing ball into the box which just missed Callum Wilson’s head. Blasted over from the edge of the box. Photo: Ian MacNicol
On for Joelinton 61: Continues to look at home in the Newcastle midfield this pre-season. His confidence on the ball and energy he brings to the middle of the park has given Eddie Howe food for thought. Photo: Getty
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