Goals from Dwight Gayle, Sean Longstaff, Miguel Almiron and Valentino Lazaro gave the Magpies a convincing away win before Dan Gosling netted a late consolation for the hosts. Our NUFC writer Miles Starforth has dished out his player ratings from the game – scroll down and flick through our picture gallery to see them:
13. Andy Carroll - 6
(for Gayle, 62) Tried to get the first goal of his second spell. 6 Photo: Laurence Griffiths
14. Valentino Lazaro - 7
(for Saint-Maximin, 62) Made it 4-0 with a superb finish. 7 Photo: Mark Runnacles
15. Isaac Hayden - 6
(for Joelinton, 72) Should have scored a fifth goal for United. 6 Photo: Michael Regan
16. DeAndre Yedlin - 6
(for Manquillo, 72) Had a much-needed run out. 6 Photo: Catherine Ivill