Newcastle United beat Nottingham Forest 4-3 on penalties in the Carabao Cup second-round clash at the City Ground following a 1-1 draw after 90 minutes - here are the player ratings from the match.
Eddie Howe made six changes to his side that drew 1-1 at AFC Bournemouth in the Premier League with Sandro Tonali making his long-awaited return following a 10-month betting ban.
It took Newcastle less than 20 seconds to break the deadlock as Tonali played the ball to Miguel Almiron who released Alexander Isak to charge down on goal. Isak’s shot was parried by Carlos Miguel in the Forest goal but Joe Willock was there to bundle in on the rebound.
Tonali then had an opportunity to make it 2-0 minutes later but was denied by Miguel one one-on-one.
Newcastle were then dealt an injury blow with Willock forced off with a thigh injury after just 15 minutes. Bruno Guimaraes came on in his place as Newcastle were able to hold on to their 1-0 lead heading into half-time.
But just five minutes into the second half Forest drew level as Jota Silva blasted the ball into the top right corner following a throw into the penalty area.
The match ended 1-1 after 90 minutes and Newcastle progressed on penalties with a 4-3 shootout victory.
Here are the Newcastle United player ratings from the match...
5. Lewis Hall - 6
A little sloppy when carrying the ball out at times but improved as the game went on. Had some good defensive moments but also guilty of overcommitting as Forest looked to exploit the gaps he left. Got into some decent areas and threatened the goal. Booked. | Getty Images
6. Sandro Tonali - 7
Played a role in the opening goal just 18 seconds into his return. Was unlucky not to score himself minutes later but was denied by a good save from the goalkeeper. Showed a couple of flashes of quality to bring the ball forward and slip in Almiron. Didn't really get into the game in the second half and was brought off after the hour mark. | Getty Images
7. Joe Willock - 7
Made his first start since April and took less than 20 seconds to get off the mark. Left the field dejected as he picked up another injury and lasted less than 15 minutes. A devastating blow for the midfielder, who missed the majority of last season due to injury. | Getty Images
8. Joelinton - 6
Curled a shot over the bar from the edge of the box after cleverly releasing Harvey Barnes down the left. Won the ball back well at times but still lacked a bit of composure with it at his feet. | Getty Images