Newcastle United vs Barnsley Combined Starting XI
By Bryan Nelson
RB – Vurnon Anita
Vurnon Anita has done well and with Barnsley’s less than stellar defense, he makes the cut here. He’s been pivotal in protecting both Matz Sels and Karl Darlow.
Right-back may not be Anita’s strongest position, but he’s doing the job the way it’s supposed to be done. It’s helping Newcastle United win games, and Anita’s getting playing time.
With one red card, Anita has not been the most disciplined averaging around a foul a match, but he’s done well maintaining a stable defense to protect the net.