Newcastle United moved up to sixth in the Champions League qualification table with a 2-0 win over Athletic Club.
Eddie Howe made two changes from the 3-1 defeat to West Ham United on Sunday, with Kieran Trippier returning from illness in place of Emil Krafth and Harvey Barnes getting the nod ahead of Jacob Murphy on the right wing.
Bruno Guimaraes was passed fit, despite missing training on Tuesday due to illness.
The Magpies got their noses in front just 11 minutes when Kieran Trippier’s free-kick to the back post was brilliantly headed home by Dan Burn for his second Champions League goal for the club.
Athletic Club responded well. Unai Gomez was denied by Nick Pope before the post kept out Adama Boiro’s powerful effort.
United, without being at their best, had chances to extend their lead through Nick Woltemade and Joelinton in the first half, before the latter finally added a second goal just moments after half-time.
Harvey Barnes, who moved over to the left wing following Anthony Gordon’s 41st minute withdrawal, crossed and Joelinton headed in from close-range.
Here are our Newcastle United player ratings:
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2. Nick Pope - 7
Stayed alert when called upon in the closing stages. | Getty Images
3. Kieran Trippier - 8.5
Was a big miss at West Ham, as tonight proved. Hugely effective going forward and a big threat from set pieces. Excellent pinpoint delivery to set up Dan Burn’s goal. | AFP via Getty Images
4. Malick Thiaw - 7
Flawless again. Hasn’t put a foot wrong since joining from AC Milan in the summer. | Getty Images