‘Unconvincing’ are how Newcastle United’s players were rated at halftime against Brentford. 10/10 and 7/10 ‘greatest threat’ – gallery
At halftime of their match at St. James’ Park, Newcastle United and Brentford are deadlocked 0-0. Below are our player rankings for the first 45 minutes.
Following the international break, Newcastle faced an unbeaten Brentford team at St. James’ Park in an attempt to record their first victory since the season’s opening day.
Both teams had opportunities to go ahead in the opening period, with Bruno Guimaraes’ back-post header being Mark Flekken’s best stop for Brentford.
Due to an injury, Rico Henry was replaced by Brentford in the first half.
Here are the first-half player ratings at halftime.
1. Nick Pope, seven
a ball over the top with a quick head clear while standing tall early to deny Aaron Hickey. Was rarely bothered and sure of my purpose this time.
2. Kieran Trippier (7 points)
A few teaser balls were thrown in, but nothing happened. After another free kick was only partially cleared, Volleyed over. defensively excellent coverage.
3. Fabian Schar (seven)
Observed a long shot deflect for a corner. got to work and used good reading to maintain the season’s first clean sheet.
4. Sven Botman, score 7.
inconsistent distribution from the back, but defense was still largely sound.
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