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Newcastle started very well against their opponents and were deservedly ahead after just five minutes when Jacob Murphy lashed home an effort that gave Pepe Reina no chance of stopping. The Magpies had the ball in the net twice more in the first period but Callum Wilson and Paul Dummett both saw their efforts ruled out for offside and a foul respectively.
They did eventually double their lead in the second half through Harvey Barnes who grabbed his first goal for Newcastle United after some good work from Jacob Murphy, Callum Wilson and Joelinton. The Brazilian then helped himself to a goal in the 75th minute after a powerful run right through the heart of the opposition.
Not content there however, Newcastle made it four as Barnes helped himself to a second with a well taken finish.
Here are our Newcastle United player ratings from the game against Villareal:
5. Dan Burn - 7
Had little to do defensively during the first-half. Linked up well with Harvey Barnes in front of him. | Getty Images
6. Sean Longstaff - 6
Kept pace with the game despite missing a few games through injury. Booked for a foul on Dani Parejo in the 30th minute. Was an important cog in the midfield and kept things simple and ticking over. Subbed off in the 75th minute. | Getty Images
7. Bruno Guimaraes - 7
Looked solid and drew a few fouls in the middle of the park to help settle the pace of the game down at times. Was quiet in the second period. | Getty Images for Premier League
8. Joelinton - 8
Booked midway through the first-half. Was physical in midfield and broke up play well when required. Took his goal very well. | Getty Images for Premier League