Livramento And Joelinton Get 8 | Newcastle United Players Rated In Narrow Win Vs Manchester City | OneFootball

Newcastle United entertained Manchester City at St. James’ Park earlier tonight as they focused on earning a victory at home in the third round of the EFL Cup. The Magpies kept things tidy at the back in the first half and went into the half-time break with a goalless scoreline.

Alexander Isak have Newcastle the all-important lead in the 53rd minute. Eddie Howe’s men defended well and managed to earn a narrow 1-0 win in front of their home fans.

Let’s take a look at how each Newcastle United player fared during the clash against Man City.

GK: Nick Pope – 7/10

Pope made a couple of solid stops at the back and secured a well-deserved clean sheet tonight.

RB: Tino Livramento – 8/10

He gave a good account of himself on the defensive end of the pitch and made one good run with the ball.

CB: Jamaal Lascelles – 7/10

Lascelles cleared the danger when required and did enough to secure a clean sheet at St. James’ Park.

CB: Paul Dummett – 7/10

He didn’t do much wrong when defending inside his half and was tidy with his passing.

NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, ENGLAND – SEPTEMBER 27: Jamaal Lascelles and Fabian Schar of Newcastle United celebrate following the team’s victory during the Carabao Cup Third Round match between Newcastle United and Manchester Cityat St James’ Park on September 27, 2023 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. (Photo by George Wood/Getty Images)

LB: Matt Targett – 7/10

Targett worked his socks off and made two crucial interceptions at the back.

CM: Lewis Miley – 6.5/10

He did his fair share of defending but had to be replaced at half-time.

CM: Sandro Tonali – 6/10

The Italian talent struggled to get into the flow of the game and was substituted in the 89th minute.

CM: Joelinton – 8/10

Joelinton came back to defend when needed and was a strong presence in the air. He also caused a few problems for the opposition defenders and picked up an assist for setting up Isak’s match-winner.

RW: Jacob Murphy – 6.5/10

He caught the eye at times but failed to trouble the opponent’s goal.

ST: Alexander Isak – 7.5/10

Isak caused a few headaches for the Man City defenders and scored the only goal of the contest in the 53rd minute.

LW: Lewis Hall – 6/10

Hall made one positive run with the ball but never looked like he would score.

Substitutes:

CM: Bruno Guimaraes – 6.5/10

He added more energy to Eddie Howe’s midfield.

LW: Anthony Gordon – 6.5/10

Gordon had a couple of bright moments in the game.

RW: Miguel Almiron – 6/10

His impact on the game was minimal.