Christian Atsu scores in Newcastle United pre-season win over St Patrick's Athletic

Ghana international Christain Atsu was on the scoresheet as Newcastle United won 2-0 win over St Patrick's Athletic at Richmond Park as they kicked off pre-season in Dublin.

Sean Longstaff cracked home the opener for United as their blend of youth and experience edged the first period against St Patrick's Athletic.

But Joselu - who was handed a chance up front - spurned some chances as he looked to stamp his authority on the striker situation with Rafa Benitez struggling to sign the replacements he wants.

It was a different side in the second half and Magpies extended their lead with Atsu scoring a penalty before United missed a host of chances.

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But Joselu - who was handed a chance up front - spurned some chances as he looked to stamp his authority on the striker situation with Rafa Benitez struggling to sign the replacements he wants. It was a different side in the second half and United extended their lead with Christian Atsu scoring a penalty before United missed a host of chances.