While Newcastle United did not have a match this weekend because of the international break, there were a few Magpies loanees in action for their loan clubs. A trio of the club’s most promising youngsters were getting valuable experience across the EFL on Saturday with a mixed bag of results.
Matty Longstaff continued his strong form at Mansfield Town where he added an assist to the three goals he has already scored in just seven matches. The Stags picked up a huge win as George Lapslie’s 95th-minute winner at Oldham moved them within a point of the League Two play-off places.
Sitting just two places above Mansfield, Bristol Rovers’ hopes of promotion were dealt a blow as Elliot Anderson and his team mates were unable to avoid defeat against Carlisle. Joey Barton admitted his delight at having the young United forward available after he was expecting him to be part of the Scotland U21 squad.
