Newcastle United secured a 2-1 victory over Valencia in Matthias Jaissle's first game in charge, with Yoane Wissa scoring twice after coming on as a substitute. Wissa was sharp from the start, calmly converting cool finishes to give the Magpies the lead. Bazoumana Toure also made an impactful debut, playing a key role in both goals after pressing Guido Fernandes and laying off the assist for Wissa's strike.

The 18-year-old Mason Miley and 18-year-old Henry Johnson featured prominently, with Miley not overawed by the occasion and Johnson making his debut. Anthony Elanga shone brightly before being substituted on a stretcher with a suspected shin bruise following a challenge from Jose Gaya. Sven Botman recovered from an early scare involving a mix-up that nearly saw him head the ball into his own net.

Nick Woltemade struggled to influence the game in his preferred number 10 role. The win showcased promising signs for Newcastle's squad depth and youth development under their new coaching setup.