Newcastle United vs Barnsley Combined Starting XI
By Bryan Nelson
RM – Matt Ritchie
Without a doubt, Matt Ritchie makes it on here after being cleared alongside Jamaal Lascelles to play against Barnsley.
Christian Atsu may have replaced Ritchie for one match in a gamble that paid off brilliantly, but it is unlikely that Atsu will find himself in the starting rotation against Barnsley.
Matt Ritchie has been consistent and creative, and that’s why he edges out the rest of the competition.