Miguel Almiron and Joelinton earned the plaudits from supporters after Newcastle United cruised to victory in Saudi Arabia. A comfortable 5-0 victory over Al Hilal helped the Magpies brush off the cobwebs at the Prince Faisal bin Fahd Stadium.
A brace from Joelinton and Almiron put Newcastle in a commanding position before youngster Dylan Stephenson completed the rout. Al Hilal - the Saudi Pro League champions - failed to muster a reply.
Earlier this year, a mid-season trip to Saudi Arabia proved a productive move as United stormed to survival following their return. Eddie Howe will be hoping to inspire another purple patch once comparative action returns on December 21.
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Another friendly takes place next weekend, with Newcastle facing Rayo Vallecano. A far sterner test should be provided by the La Liga outfit.
Despite today's opposition, supporters were still left stunned by Almiron's showing against Al Hilal. The Paraguayan - named Premier League player of the month for November - has picked up exactly where he left off before the World Cup break.
@jegnufc91: Highly impressive performance from the lads tonight! Might just be a friendly but that’s how it’s done
@HollyBlads05: I don’t care if it’s against Al Hilal Miggy Almiron is different class
@agbnufc: HE'S EVEN BETTER AFTER THE GREALISH APOLOGY HE'S UNSTOPPABLE
@Zurrbs: PLAY LIKE ALMIRON
@WhoIsJohnMill: The smiling assassin. Love it.
@BazeBasel: Miggy is actually insane. Would it be too much to say that he might just have had a bigger turnaround than Big Joe? He’s just too good
@BirdsallAlex: Great double from Big Joe!
@Ginkhoro: Miggy is becoming monstrous player
@rgelincsmag: Eddie Howe's "we don't do friendlies" 5-0 MAGS
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