Match ReportsValencia 1 Newcastle United 2 as Matthias Jaissle kicks off with a ‘lively’ comeback victoryValencia 1 Newcastle United 2A ‘lively’ match to kick off the Matthias Jaissle reign. Gave away loads of possession, I’m just wishing him to be better than he is being…Captain Malick Thiaw looked good until his turn to be subbed off. Wednesday 12 August 2026Newcastle v Everton pre-season friendly with 5.15pm kick-off at Murrayfield. Saturday 15 August 2026Newcastle United v Bayer Leverkusen friendly at St James’ Park, 3pm. Sunday 16 August 2026Newcastle United v Strasbourg friendly at St James’ Park, 4pm.