3 Newcastle stars who stood out in the season opener against Southampton FC
- Newcastle United has started their new campaign with all 3 points against Southampton FC.
- 3 Newcastle stars who stood out in the season opener for the Magpies.
Nick Pope
Emerging as the leader of the Newcastle backline, the Englishman has marked a significant start to the new campaign. In a fixture where the Saints tested out the Magpies' defense all over, Nick Pope stood as a wall in the Newcastle goal, declining every single attempt from the opposition multiple times.
Managing 3 on-target saves in the season opener, Pope delivered a masterclass at St. James Park, helping Howe's side grab the complete 3 points from the game. Registering the first clean sheet of the season against a challenging opponent, Pope has made his intentions clear that he would like to turn things around, unlike the last season, emerging a force not much can get past.