Newcastle United claimed all three points on their return to Premier League action yesterday.
The Magpies hosted newly promoted Nottingham Forest in the first match of the new season as Edide Howe handed Nick Pope his debut.
Meanwhile, £35 million defender Sven Botman was named on the bench following his move from Lille.
Eddie Howe’s dominated at St. James’ Park throughout, with Forest having zero shots in 90 minutes.
A second half stunner by Fabian Schar gifted Newcastle the lead and their first goal of the campaign, with Callum Wilson following it up with one of his own 20 minutes later.
Newcastle will travel south next as they face Brighton & Hove Albion in their first away trip of the season.
The Seagulls are yet to play this weekend but face Manchester United at Old Trafford this afternoon.
Here are today’s rumours...
1. Everton make contact with ex-Manchester United forward
Everton are reportedly considering a move for Barcelona's Memphis Depay as a replacement for Richarlison, however the Dutchman favours Juventus and is likely to want European football. (Sport Witness) | Getty Images
2. West Ham target PSG academy product
West Ham are reportedly eager to snap up Dan-Axel Zagadou after he was released by Borussia Dortmund. Roma and Inter Milan are also said to be keen on the defender. (Alan Nixon) | Getty Images
3. Bournemouth closing in on double signing
Bournemouth are set to sign Feyenoord defender Marcos Senesi and Barcelona goalkeeper Neto. The former is set to cost the Cherries around £12.6 million. (Daily Mail) | Getty Images
4. Magpies in battle with Wolves for Portugal international
Newcastle United are reportedly looking to hijack Wolves' bid to sign Valencia winger Goncalo Guedes and are in direct talks with the player. Wolves have reportedly already had a bid accpeted for the 25-year-old. (Gianluigi Longari - Sportitalia) | Getty Images