Newcastle United clashed heads with Tottenham Hotspur at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium earlier today as they hoped to secure a good result on the road in the Premier League. The Magpies made a good start to the game and managed to get to the half-time break with a 0-0 scoreline.
Anthony Elanga scored the opener for Newcastle in the 62nd minute before Yoane Wissa doubled his team’s advantage in the 72nd minute. The match ended with Matthias Jaissle’s men earning a solid 2-0 win away from home.
Let’s take a look at how each [Newcastle United](https://the4thofficial.net/category/leagues/english-premier-league/newcastle-united/) player fared during the clash against Spurs.
**GK: Lukas Hornicek – 8/10**
He made a few important saves at the back and did well to keep a clean sheet.
**RB: Amar Dedic – 8/10**
Dedic was a positive influence at both ends of the field and has an assist to show for his efforts.
**CB: Sven Botman – 6.5/10**
He cleared the danger when he could and did enough to keep a clean sheet this evening.
**CB: Malick Thiaw – 6.5/10**
He made two crucial clearances inside his half and won a couple of aerial duels.
LONDON, ENGLAND – AUGUST 29: Yoane Wissa of Newcastle United celebrates scoring his team’s second goal during the Premier League 2026/27 match between Tottenham Hotspur and Newcastle United at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on August 29, 2026 in London, England. (Photo by Richard Heathcote/Getty Images)
**LB: Lewis Hall – 9/10**
Hall didn’t put a foot wrong defensively and was lively going forward. He deserves to be named the man of the match.
**CM: Nico Gonzalez – 6.5/10**
He anchored the midfield well and made two key chances in the final third.
**CM: Lewis Miley – 7/10**
Miley was full of energy and running at the centre of the park.
**RW: Anthony Elanga – 7.5/10**
He caught the eye at times on the right wing and managed to score the opener in the 62nd minute.
**CAM: Joe Willock – 6/10**
Willock was quiet for most of his time on the field.
**LW: Harvey Barnes – 6.5/10**
He made two decent chances in the final third but failed to register a goal.
**ST: Yoane Wissa – 7.5/10**
Wissa caused a few headaches for the Tottenham defenders and managed to get his name on the scoresheet in the 72nd minute.
**Substitutes:**
**ST: Nick Woltemade – 7/10**
He picked up an assist after coming off the bench.
**CM: Sean Steur – 6/10**
His impact on the game was minimal.
**RW: Jacob Murphy – N/A**
**CM: Jacob Ramsey – N/A**
**LW: Bazoumana Toure – N/A**