Yoane Wissa scores twice as Newcastle United defeats Valencia 2-1

Newcastle United secured a 2-1 victory against Valencia at Mestalla on August 8, 2026. A spectacular long-range strike from Ugrinic opened the scoring for Valencia just four minutes in. Newcastle's Anthony Elanga had a goal disallowed for offside before a red card for Valencia's captain Gaya and a subsequent stretcher for Elanga further fueled tensions. Two second-half goals from Wissa, following an error by Valencia, turned the match in Newcastle's favor. The game marked the beginning of Matthias Jaissle’s tenure as manager, with a robust attendance of 43,000 fans.

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