Newcastle United manager Matthias Jaissle marked his inaugural pre-season friendly with a 2-1 victory over Valencia. Despite Filip Ugrinic giving the home side the lead with a curling strike at the Mestalla, substitute Yoane Wissa turned the match around for the visitors with two goals.
Wissa leveled the score with a calm close-range finish before securing the win. His second goal was set up by new recruit Bazoumana Toure, whose unselfish play allowed Wissa to score. Player performances varied: Jacob Ramsey stood out with his energetic play and an incisive pass, while debutants Toure and Aladji Bamba offered glimpses of their potential despite early nerves. Anthony Elanga showed promise but left the pitch on a stretcher following a harsh tackle, though initial reports suggest he only suffered a shin bruise.
The match provided Jaissle with an early chance to assess his squad’s depth, integrating academy prospects alongside established first-team members. The coaching staff will look to build on these positive signs as they prepare for the upcoming Premier League campaign.
