Newcastle United 4-1 Northampton Town – Player Ratings

3. Massadio Haidara - 7.5 (Replaced By Ivan Toney 78')

Massadio Haidara has impressed me over the past two games. At Old Trafford the 22-year-old looked to finally show signs of confidence and his first touch, attacking movement and passing was streaks ahead of anything we had witnessed against Swansea and Southampton. Tonight, his confidence continued and the full-back look strong, powerful and composed and grabbed an excellent assist for Florian Thauvin's first goal after three minutes. When Haidara hits a good cross it would be difficult for any centre back in the world to defend, he just needs to do it more.

Ivan Toney - N/A

Only played ten minutes against his old side so it's hard to evaluate Ivan Toney's performance. Whether it was a nostalgic touch from Steve McClaren to give the player game time or if he will look to the striker as a regular back-up remains to be seen.