After cruising to a comfortable 3-0 victory against 1860 Munich in Saalfelden on Friday, Newcastle are preparing to face stronger opposition in the form of Mainz, who finished 8th in the German top flight last term.
In the previous match, Eddie Howe named a starting line-up that changed entirely in the second half. Sven Botman was introduced for Jamaal Lascelles at half-time and the rest of the side changed on the hour mark.
Federico Fernandez (calf), Kell Watts (knee) Jamal Lewis (calf) and Matt Ritchie (tightness) sat the 1860 Munich game out and could be rested once again this afternoon. Matty Longstaff and Jay Turner-Cooke were named on the bench but didn’t get on the pitch.
Once again Howe is expected to give plenty of players a decent run-out this afternoon as they prepare for the upcoming Premier League season on August 6.
17. Matt Targett - 6
On for Ritchie 61: Another solid display out wide as he allowed Saint-Maximin to get forward well. | Getty Images
18. Jonjo Shelvey - 6
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
19. Joe Willock - 6
On for Longstaff 61: Switched the play well at times but couldn’t give Newcastle the cutting edge they needed. Photo: PAUL ELLIS
20. Elliot Anderson - 8
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