Had little to do aside from the goal. While his defence napped, Pope was slow off his line to deal with the onrushing Supyk. There is a reason why the Magpies remain in the goalkeeper market.placeholder image
Had little to do aside from the goal. While his defence napped, Pope was slow off his line to deal with the onrushing Supyk. There is a reason why the Magpies remain in the goalkeeper market. | Getty Images

Newcastle United player ratings vs Gateshead: Impressive 7.5/10 inspires obvious Bruno Guimaraes comparison

Charlie Bennett
By Charlie Bennett

Newcastle United writer

Published 25th Jul 2026, 14:23 GMT

Newcastle United travelled across the River Tyne to face Gateshead in their first pre-season friendly.

Newcastle United officially began their pre-season campaign with a 1-1 draw to National League side Gateshead.

Luke Supyk fired the hosts into an unlikely lead on 35 minutes. Throughout the contest, Newcastle dominated possession for large spells but struggled to find the killer touch in the final third.

Lewis Hall forced a Ben Willams own goal late on to spare United’s blushes - with Jacob Ramsey also denied a late clincher. A 7,000-strong crowd were treated to a first glimpse of new signings Sean Steur and Ewen Jaouen. Here are your NewcastleWorld player ratings - with a trip to Bristol City next up on Wednesday.

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Another Miley breaking through would certainly save Newcastle a few quid in the transfer market.

13. Mason Miley - 6

Another Miley breaking through would certainly save Newcastle a few quid in the transfer market. | Getty Images

One of the new boys who will be buzzing to have made his debut.

14. Ewen Jaouen - 6

One of the new boys who will be buzzing to have made his debut. | AFP via Getty Images

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