Newcastle United's new head coach Matthias Jaissle oversaw a 2-1 pre-season friendly win over Valencia at the Mestalla Stadium, his first match in charge, but was quick to temper expectations despite the trophy. He said the club would not "smash the locker room" in celebration, stressing there was still plenty to work on, particularly after Newcastle fell behind inside four minutes to Filip Ugrinic's opener.

The match was eventful: Anthony Elanga was stretchered off following a heavy tackle by Jose Gaya, who was sent off, though Elanga's injury is not thought to be serious. Substitute Yoane Wissa scored twice to turn the game around, with new signings Bazoumana Toure and Sean Steur also impressing. The win came amid major squad turnover, with Eddie Howe and several key players (Alexander Isak, Bruno Guimaraes, Sandro Tonali, Anthony Gordon) having departed, and Jaissle fielding a notably younger side, including several debutants.