Newcastle United has won the Sela Cup for the second summer in a row at St James’ Park, defeating Stade Brest 1-0.
Newcastle’s convincing performance against the Ligue 1 side was bolstered by Harvey Barnes’ first-half goal at the Leazes End, despite the fact that the team made 11 alterations from the one that defeated Girona 4-0. William Osula, a debutant, produced an exceptional performance. He effectively led the line and was unfortunate to have a strike annulled due to an offside call.
The Magpies’ overall performance against Stade Brest was as follows:
Martin Dubravka, seven
A few rudimentary saves were made before the team went off at the break without being defeated. The game consisted of some routine tasks. His future is certainly uncertain, despite a respectable 45-minute shift.
Six Kieran Trippier
I was understandably sluggish, but I managed to complete more than an hour and was involved in several openings.
7 Fabian Schar
He is no longer assured of a starting position as a result of the competition for positions, but he has not indicated that he will not participate.
Eight Lloyd Kelly
Hit all the right notes and delivered a splendid pass to Harvey Barnes prior to his critical goal.
Six Jamal Lewis
Went through the motions.
Seven Bruno Guimaraes
Although he was not at his peak, he delivered an energetic performance.
Joe Willock 6
Worked diligently, but was unable to achieve the same level of success as he did against the Urawa Red Diamonds.
Alfie Harrison 6
He was unable to capitalize on his opportunity during the initial half due to the challenging conditions. Abandoned during the intermission.
7. Harvey Barnes.
In the initial half, one was missed and one was scored. This season necessitates consistency and an injury-free run.
Miguel Almiron. 6
The first half was satisfactory; however, the team contributed minimally following the break.
William Osula 8
A robust presence in the final third and the emergence of several thrilling moments. By a severe offside call, a goal was denied.
Replacements
Odysseas Vlachodimos 7 (for Dubravka 46)
Trevan Sanusi 7 (for Harrison 46)
6 (Travis Hernes for Osula 68)
Harrison Ashby 6 (for Trippier 68)
Ellis Stanton (for Schar 82)
Anthony Munda (for Willock 88)
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