Overview
- Newcastle beat Valencia 2-1 at the Mestalla, on Saturday, Aug 8, 2026, giving Matthias Jaissle a winning start in his first pre‑season match in charge.
- Yoane Wissa came off the bench to score twice and complete a comeback, with Bazoumana Toure pressing to win possession and laying the pass for Wissa's second goal.
- Anthony Elanga was stretchered off after a heavy challenge that saw Jose Gaya shown a red card, but Jaissle said post‑match medical checks suggested the injury does not look serious.
- New signings Aladji Bamba, Sean Steur and Toure produced promising early displays and Jaissle made clear squad decisions already by leaving Nick Pope out of the matchday squad.
- The result eases immediate pressure but leaves urgent questions about fitness and system implementation as Jaissle prepares for the next pre‑season test against Everton at Murrayfield and the fast‑approaching league opener.