Newcastle United's Victor Fernandez makes it 2-0 to the Magpies.Newcastle United's Victor Fernandez makes it 2-0 to the Magpies.
Newcastle United's Victor Fernandez makes it 2-0 to the Magpies.

Which Newcastle United U23 players impressed in their Sunderland derby day win?

Luke Charman’s first-half strike and a second from Victor Fernandez ensured Newcastle United secured a derby victory over their rivals Sunderland at Eppleton CW.
By Liam Kennedy
Published 21st Oct 2019, 21:15 BST
Updated 21st Oct 2019, 21:34 BST

It was an assured performance by the Magpies’ second string after a very difficult start to their league campaign, made easier by Brandon Taylor’s red card in the first half.

But who stood out on the night? Our writer Liam Kennedy was at Hetton – and here’s his NUFC player ratings...

Unfair to judge the big keeper on this performance as he had very little to do. When needed to claim a cross or two did the business.

1. Dan Langley - 6

Unfair to judge the big keeper on this performance as he had very little to do. When needed to claim a cross or two did the business. Photo: Martin Swinney

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A solid show down the right from the skipper.

2. Lewis Cass - 7

A solid show down the right from the skipper. Photo: Martin Swinney

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Won absolutely everything in the air. A towering presence at the heart of defence.

3. Ludwig Francillette - 8

Won absolutely everything in the air. A towering presence at the heart of defence. Photo: Martin Swinney

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Formed a solid partnership with Frenchman Francillette.

4. Oisin McEntee - 7

Formed a solid partnership with Frenchman Francillette. Photo: Martin Swinney

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