Swansea 2-0 Newcastle United - Player Ratings

by Matt Smith

12. Steve McClaren - 4

Steve McClaren's tactics seemed naive on Saturday and a refusal to change the team for an away fixture against a very confident Swansea side was careless. His decision to take off Papiss Cisse and replace him with Rolando Aarons seemed bizarre and the team lacked any sort of philosophy or game-plan throughout. CLICK HERE to read the Match Report from Swansea City 2-0 Newcastle United.For all the latest NUFC News, Views and Transfers make sure to follow WhatCulture.com/NUFC on Twitter and Facebook.
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