Valencia 1-2 Newcastle: How players rated in Matthias Jaissle's first friendly
Newcastle United defeated Valencia 2-1 in head coach Matthias Jaissle's first pre-season friendly. Yoane Wissa scored both goals for Newcastle, while Valencia's captain was sent off.
Why it matters
Pre-season friendlies provide essential data for managers to evaluate new signings and tactical adjustments before the competitive season begins.
Image source, Getty Images Image caption, Yoane Wissa only scored three goals in his first season at Newcastle United
Newcastle reporter at Mestalla Stadium Published 8 August 2026 Newcastle United forward Yoane Wissa scored twice to give head coach Matthias Jaissle a 2-1 win against Valencia in his first pre-season friendly in charge.
Filip Ugrinic opened the scoring for Valencia with a curling effort at the Mestalla Stadium, before captain Jose Gaya was sent off for a bad tackle on Anthony Elanga.
Substitute Wissa equalised with a calm finish from close range and then went on to put the visitors in front after new signing Bazoumana Toure unselfishly squared the ball to him to slot home.
How did the Newcastle players perform against the Spanish side?
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