Newcastle defeated Tottenham 2-1 in an exciting Premier League match at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Newcastle conceded early but responded brilliantly. Dominic Solanke gave Spurs the lead after a strong header from a Pedro Porro cross. However, Newcastle equalised just two minutes later through Anthony Gordon, assisted by Bruno Guimaraes.
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Before half-time, Alexander Isak capitalised on a defensive error to put Newcastle ahead. Tottenham pushed hard in the second half, creating multiple chances, but Newcastle held firm to secure the win with a scoreline Tottenham 1-2 Newcastle. Here are the Newcastle player ratings vs Tottenham from their 2-1 victory in the Premier League at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
Newcastle player ratings vs Tottenham - Premier League
Goalkeeper: Martin Dubravka (7/10)
Martin Dubravka did not have much to do apart from a couple of saves in the second half in Tottenham vs Newcastle match. He reacted well to keep Newcastle’s lead intact.
Left Back: Lewis Hall (8/10)
Lewis Hall was composed and solid in defence. He continues to show maturity in his performances and handled Spurs’ attack well.
Centre Back: Dan Burn (7/10)
Dan Burn received a booking early in the first half, which limited his aggression. Despite that, he contributed with important defensive clearances.
Centre Back: Sven Botman (7/10)
Sven Botman looked slightly off the pace after a long injury layoff. However, his experience helped him manage difficult moments in the match.
Right Back: Tino Livramento (8/10)
Tino Livramento had an excellent game. He dealt with Spurs’ attackers effectively and supported Newcastle’s attacking play, particularly in the first half.
Defensive Midfielder: Joelinton (8/10)
Joelinton was a strong presence in midfield. He held the ball up well and disrupted Tottenham’s rhythm with his physical play.
Defensive Midfielder: Sandro Tonali (8/10)
Sandro Tonali played a steady game in midfield. While not as dominant as in recent matches, he still delivered a solid performance.
Central Midfielder: Bruno Guimaraes (8/10)
Bruno Guimaraes was instrumental in Newcastle’s equaliser. His calmness and vision to set up Gordon were key moments in the game.
Right Winger: Anthony Gordon (9/10) - Man of the Match
Anthony Gordon was Newcastle’s standout player. He scored a brilliant equaliser and worked tirelessly, both offensively and defensively. His effort earned him a standing ovation from the fans.
Left Winger: Jacob Murphy (8/10)
Jacob Murphy worked hard throughout the match. His cross led to Isak’s decisive goal, showcasing his contribution in attack.
Striker: Alexander Isak (8/10)
Alexander Isak missed an earlier chance but redeemed himself by scoring the winning goal. He remained a constant threat to Tottenham’s defence.
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Newcastle substitutes
- Substitute: Harvey Barnes (6/10)
Harvey Barnes replaced Gordon in the final minutes. He did not have enough time to influence the match.
- Substitute: Joe Willock (6/10)
Joe Willock came on late in the game and had little opportunity to impact proceedings.
- Substitute: Sean Longstaff (6/10)
Sean Longstaff was introduced late and could not make a significant contribution.
- Substitute: Lloyd Kelly (6/10)
Lloyd Kelly was another late substitute who did not have enough time to affect the game.