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Newcastle player ratings vs Athletic Club: Dan Burn and Joelinton keep Magpies on track for…

Nick Pope (7/10):

The England international didn't have a great deal to do on the night as Athletic were fairly toothless, but when he was tested, he made some good saves.

Kieran Trippier (7/10):

His set-piece deliveries provided all sorts of problems for the Spanish side, particularly for the opener. It looked like he could leave the club a year ago, but things are far less bleak for him now.

Malick Thiaw (7/10):

The young German centre-back is clearly talented and got his team-mates out of trouble on a couple of occasions.

Sven Botman (6/10):

Was a tad sloppy with his passing and in possession, but was largely untroubled on the night.

Dan Burn (8/10):

The 6'7" defender scored one of the best headed goals you will ever see. Aside from his aerial threat, he was excellent at the back and going forward.

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