Gabriel Obertan was a constant outlet for Newcastle on Sunday, with the central-midfielders looking for his movement on many occasions. The Frenchman's passing was more accurate than we have seen throughout pre-season and he grabbed a brilliant assist for Georginio Wijnaldum's headed goal.
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