Three defeats in four in the Premier League. We’re not yet at October’s end, but things are starting to resemble a Halloween horror-show for Newcastle United.
While effort cannot be faulted, particularly in the second half, quality most definitely can. But didn’t we already know that? Didn’t we know once you removed the magic dust this was just a lower Premier League squad? Well, the only issue with that is, this squad has £500million spent on it over the last two summers.
Well, how did the individuals in it do v Aston Villa? Here’s Inside NUFC’s ratings from the 1-0 loss at St James’ Park.