Newcastle United suffered back-to-back Premier League defeats after losing 1-0 to Aston Villa at St James’ Park.
The Magpies came into the game looking to bounce back from Monday’s 4-1 defeat away to Coventry City but lost to Johan Manzambi’s 36th-minute goal.
Joelinton made his first start since May in Newcastle’s only change from the defeat against Coventry City on Monday night. Jacob Murphy was the player to make way.
There was a VAR check for a red card for Sven Botman in the 18th minute after he lunged into a challenge Nicolas Jackson, however, the Dutchman escaped with a yellow card.
It was in the 36th minute when the Magpies fell behind as Manzambi, who turned down a move to St James’ Park in favour of joining Aston Villa, headed in Joao Gomes’ delivery.
Matthias Jaissle’s side huffed and puffed in the second half but couldn’t find an equaliser. The defeat was Newcastle’s first at St James’ Park this campaign.
Here are our Newcastle United player ratings:
5. Lewis Hall - 6
One of few players who showed a bit of composure but needed to get forward more | Getty Images
6. Nico Gonzalez - 7
Kept things ticking in midfield. Newcastle’s best performer, like he was down at Coventry on Monday night. | Getty Images
7. Joelinton - 6
Newcastle’s midfield looked better for having the Brazilian. Did the basics, but not much more. | Getty Images
8. Matias Fernandez-Pardo - 5
Moved from the middle and out to the right. Provided a threat for the opening 20 minutes but soon faded. | Getty Images