Last night saw an entertaining Monday Night Football take place between Newcastle and Wolves at Molineux. It was the first game in which the Magpies got to see their record signing Miguel Almiron, and the fans were elated when Rafa Benitez looked to the Paraguayan in the second half as he came off the bench on 72 minutes.
72' – Miguel Almirón is on for his Newcastle United debut. He replaces Christian Atsu. 0-1. #NUFC
— Newcastle United (@NUFC) February 11, 2019
Almiron came on in place of Christian Atsu as he looked to make an impact at Molineux. When he entered the fray his side were already 1-0 up thanks to an Isaac Hayden strike earlier in the second period, yet they couldn’t hold onto it even with Almiron on the pitch as Willy Boly scored a late, late equaliser. However, it was still a good point and a start to their new man’s Geordies’ career.
One of the first things that the fans noticed about their new signing was his lightning pace. The 25-year-old came on and was instantly trying to get involved in the play with those around him. The likes of Salomon Rondon and Ayoze Perez could prove to be very effective alongside the ex-Atlanta United star, it’s just a matter of time and getting him up to scratch with the tempo of the Premier League.
You can read the Magpies’ thoughts on Almiron’s first outing here:
Looked impressive. Committed, industrious, agile, good pace and very lively
— Callum Irving (@NUFCIrving1010) February 11, 2019
https://twitter.com/alanball84/status/1095080320267943939
WHAT AN AMAZING PLAYER, START HIM!!!!
— owen (@Shep_NUFC) 11 February 2019
Looked good. Fearless. Can't wait to see him start at home against opposition we should be attacking against.
— James Armstrong (@JArmstrong_NUFC) February 11, 2019
He tried to header the ball whilst the ball was on the floor… fearless
— Ricky Palfreman (@NothingMainly) 11 February 2019
https://twitter.com/AdamNUFC_/status/1095080018282250241
https://twitter.com/lukasthebear/status/1095083726772547587
Very, very quick. Agile. Determined. Slightly lost in the maelstrom. He’ll settle and find his way and the team will learn to read his runs and then we’ll see.
— Hail to the King (@ShotShy) February 11, 2019
The Geordies loved seeing their new man in action and will hope he can really hit the ground running against Huddersfield in 11 days time.
