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Yoane Wissa scores twice as Newcastle tops Valencia in friendly

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Last updated Aug 9, 2026

Yoane Wissa scores twice as Newcastle tops Valencia in friendly
Summary

Newcastle United defeated Valencia 2-1 in a pre-season friendly at Mestalla Stadium on August 8, 2026, marking Matthias Jaissle's first match in charge. Yoane Wissa, a second-half substitute, scored both goals for Newcastle, helping to come back after Filip Ugrinic opened the scoring for Valencia. Wissa equalized with a close-range finish before scoring again after a setup from new signing Bazoumana Toure. Newcastle aims to continue building momentum ahead of the upcoming season.

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By the Numbers
  • •Wissa scores both goals for Newcastle in the second half.
  • •Filip Ugrinic scored first for Valencia in the match.
  • •Bazoumana Toure assisted Wissa for the second goal.
  • •Jaissle's tenure begins with a victory in pre-season.
  • •Match held at Mestalla Stadium in Valencia, Spain.
Latest Updates
  • 9:11 PMBBC Sport — Wissa & Toure star as Jaissle wins first Newcastle friendly - ratings
What they're saying
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Newcastle United forward Yoane Wissa scores twice in a 2-1 win against Valencia in Matthias Jaissle's first game in charge - but how did the Magpies players perform?

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Substitute Yoane Wissa scored twice to give Matthias Jaissle a winning start as Newcastle boss with a 2-1 comeback pre-season win at 10-man Valencia.

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Substitute Yoane Wissa scored twice to give Matthias Jaissle a winning start as Newcastle boss with a 2-1 comeback pre-season win at 10-man Valencia.

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