Matthias Jaissle began his tenure at Newcastle United with a victory in the first friendly match under his charge. His arrival at the club followed his departure from Saudi Arabian side Al-Ahli, with the debut match ending in a 2-1 triumph against Valencia at the Mestalla stadium. This victory secured the Orange Trophy for Newcastle.
The match began with an intense start for the English visitors. Just four minutes in, Filip Ugrić opened the scoring for Valencia with a precise strike. Newcastle had to seek an equaliser and a turnaround through greater dominance, but the situation became more complicated when home side player José Gaya received a red card. Gaya was sent off after inflicting an injury on Anthony Elanga, who was carried off the pitch on a stretcher following the foul.
Although Elanga suffered a thigh injury, doctors determined that the injury was not serious, which eased the situation for the English club. Despite playing with a reduced side, Newcastle managed to return to the game. In the second half, coach Jaissle introduced substitutes, including Bazoumane Tou, but it was Yoane Wissa who provided the decisive contribution.
Wissa, coming on from the bench, stepped up to take on the role of the main actor in the closing stages of the match. He scored two goals, securing a 2-1 victory for Newcastle United and securing their first trophy of the season. This victory marks a positive start for Matthias Jaissle, who took charge after the club's award, confirming the quality of his arrival from Saudi Arabian football.
