Joelinton has spoken of his aim to give Newcastle United "more nice moments" like his two goals at Norwich City - after sending the travelling Geordie faithful into a state of ecstasy.
The £40million man was serenaded off the pitch at Carrow Road before making his way to the dressing room where he received a standing ovation from players and staff following his brace in the 3-0 victory over the Canaries. For Joelinton, a player who has received an incredible amount of scrutiny compared to most, it was a long way from some tough afternoons in his first couple of seasons on Tyneside.
Under Eddie Howe he has ended up rebuilding his shattered confidence as a midfield enforcer but his morale has been so good this term, the Toon head coach has prudently waited for the right time to push him quietly back into the frontline. And that patience and care from Howe paid off in fine manner in Norfolk.
