Newcastle United Player Ratings Plummet in Hammering by Bournemouth
Newcastle United endured a torrid evening against Bournemouth, suffering a humbling defeat that left fans and pundits questioning their performance. The Cherries dismantled the Magpies with a clinical display, resulting in a 3-0 loss for Eddie Howe’s side. Here’s a breakdown of how the players fared:
Nick Pope (4/10):
Rarely at fault for goals, but Pope struggled to command his area and distribute effectively under Bournemouth’s high press. A shaky performance by his high standards.
Kieran Trippier (5/10):
One of Newcastle’s most reliable players, Trippier offered glimpses of his usual leadership. However, his defensive lapses allowed Bournemouth to exploit space on the flanks.
Fabian Schär (4/10):
Struggled to cope with Bournemouth’s dynamic attack. His positioning was questionable, and he lacked composure in critical moments.
Jamaal Lascelles (3/10):
A night to forget for the captain, whose lack of pace and poor decision-making contributed to the defensive collapse.
Dan Burn (4/10):
Exposed on numerous occasions, Burn’s sluggishness in dealing with Bournemouth’s wingers was a glaring issue.
Bruno Guimarães (5/10):
The midfield maestro showed flashes of creativity but was outnumbered and outmuscled by Bournemouth’s industrious midfield.
Sean Longstaff (4/10):
A subdued performance. Longstaff failed to impose himself in the middle of the park and offered little going forward.
Joelinton (4/10):
Known for his physicality and work rate, Joelinton looked off the pace and contributed minimally to both attack and defense.
Anthony Gordon (5/10):
The brightest spark in an otherwise dull performance. Gordon’s energy and willingness to drive forward offered a glimmer of hope but lacked end product.
Alexander Isak (4/10):
Starved of service, Isak struggled to make an impact. His movement off the ball was decent, but he rarely threatened the Bournemouth defense.
Miguel Almirón (3/10):
Anonymous for much of the match. Almirón’s usual tireless running was ineffective, and he offered no cutting edge.
Substitutes:
Callum Wilson (5/10): Injected some urgency but couldn’t turn the tide.
Lewis Hall (4/10): Failed to make a noticeable impact off the bench.
Manager – Eddie Howe (4/10):
Howe’s tactics fell flat, and his inability to adapt to Bournemouth’s pressing game left Newcastle exposed.
This defeat raises serious questions about Newcastle’s depth and resilience as they struggle to ma
intain consistency in a challenging season.