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Newcastle 2-1 Athletic Bilbao player ratings as Wilson impresses amid Dubravka and Ritchie reminder

Newcastle United capped off their pre-season with a 2-1 win over Athletic Bilbao at St James' Park.

Callum Wilson latched on to Matt Ritchie's ball to fire the Magpies into a half time lead over the La Liga side before Allan Saint-Maximin doubled United's lead to ensure United built on Friday's 1-0 win over Atalanta.

Here's how Lee Ryder rated the players.

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Martin Dubravka 8

Will be disappointed by the way he was left exposed for Athletic's goal but made some key saves in both halves. It's a real tight call between Dubravka and Nick Pope next week.

Emil Krafth 6

Beaten too easily in the air by Garcia for Bilbao's goal. Had been solid up until then.

Jamaal Lascelles 7

A sturdy enough display but whether he gets the nod to partner Botman next week remains to be seen. Proved he can work with the Dutchman here.

Sven Botman 8

Unflappable stuff for the mostpart. Developed decent understanding with Lascelles.

Paul Dummett 7

Battled hard and put in some crunch tackles. Applauded off by crowd.

Joe Willock 6

Must wait to see if he's done enough to play against Forest. Picked up booking and didn't have his best game.

Joelinton 8

A powerful enough display with an assist thrown in.

Bruno Guimaraes 8

Usual slick stuff from Brazil star. Always looking to create.

Allan Saint-Maximin 8

Always a threat but weighed in with end product.

Matt Ritchie 8

A good display as he staked his claim, assisted Wilson for opener.

Callum Wilson 8

One real chance, one goal. But led the line with intent.

Subs

Matty Bondswell 7 (for Dummett 70 mins)

A good display from the youngster.

Matty Longstaff (for Bruno 89 mins)

Lucas De Bolle (for Saint-Maximin 89 mins)

Santiago Munoz (for Wilson 90 mins)

Subs must play 15 minutes.

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