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Newcastle United supporters react as Miguel Almiron produces another masterclass and Jack Grealish point made

Miguel Almiron and Joelinton earned the plaudits from supporters after Newcastle United cruised to victory in Saudi Arabia. A comfortable 5-0 victory over Al Hilal helped the Magpies brush off the cobwebs at the Prince Faisal bin Fahd Stadium.

A brace from Joelinton and Almiron put Newcastle in a commanding position before youngster Dylan Stephenson completed the rout. Al Hilal - the Saudi Pro League champions - failed to muster a reply.

Earlier this year, a mid-season trip to Saudi Arabia proved a productive move as United stormed to survival following their return. Eddie Howe will be hoping to inspire another purple patch once comparative action returns on December 21.

READ MORE: Howe keen to extend Loris Karius short-term Newcastle United deal before January

Another friendly takes place next weekend, with Newcastle facing Rayo Vallecano. A far sterner test should be provided by the La Liga outfit.

Despite today's opposition, supporters were still left stunned by Almiron's showing against Al Hilal. The Paraguayan - named Premier League player of the month for November - has picked up exactly where he left off before the World Cup break.

@jegnufc91: Highly impressive performance from the lads tonight! Might just be a friendly but that’s how it’s done

@HollyBlads05: I don’t care if it’s against Al Hilal Miggy Almiron is different class

@agbnufc: HE'S EVEN BETTER AFTER THE GREALISH APOLOGY HE'S UNSTOPPABLE

@Zurrbs: PLAY LIKE ALMIRON

@WhoIsJohnMill: The smiling assassin. Love it.

@BazeBasel: Miggy is actually insane. Would it be too much to say that he might just have had a bigger turnaround than Big Joe? He’s just too good

@BirdsallAlex: Great double from Big Joe!

@Ginkhoro: Miggy is becoming monstrous player

@rgelincsmag: Eddie Howe's "we don't do friendlies" 5-0 MAGS

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