Newcastle United ended their preparations for the new Premier League season with a 2-1 victory over Athletic Bilbao.
Callum Wilson opened the scoring for the Magpies just six minutes before Allan Saint-Maximin doubled his side’s advantage on 54 minutes.
From then on however, Eddie Howe’s side began to tire and Bilbao reduced the arrears just after the hour mark through Raul Garcia’s header.
Martin Dubravka made a number of standout saves to keep the La Liga side out and allow United to see out their second victory in less than 24 hours.
Our writer Jordan Cronin was at St James’ Park, and here’s how he rated each Newcastle player:
9. Matt Ritchie - 7
Assisted Wilson’s opener with a neat touch in a tight area. Clever in possession, knew when he pick a pass and when to deliver a cross into the penalty box. Photo: Naomi Baker
10. Callum Wilson - 7
The sharpest Wilson has looked all pre-season with the Premier League opener just around the corner. Scored the opener on six minutes. | Getty Images
11. Allan Saint-Maximin - 8
That’s more like it from ASM. Got the balance right in attack, knew when he beat a man and pass to a teammate. That goal will do him the world of good. Photo: Gualter Fatia
12. Matthew Bondswell (on for Dummet, 71) - 5
Was brilliant against Benfica but little less so against Bilbao. Positionally, Bondswell looked a little off. | Getty Images