Overview
- Newcastle came from behind to beat Valencia 2-1 on Saturday at the Mestalla, with substitute Yoane Wissa scoring twice after the break to secure the Trofeu Taronja.
- Valencia captain Jose Gaya was sent off for a two‑footed challenge that left Anthony Elanga stretchered off, but club medics and Jaissle said Elanga's scans showed no serious damage and he was expected to be available soon.
- Jaissle used the friendly as a trial run for his style, making extensive half‑time changes and insisting after the game that the win be treated as part of a longer rebuilding process rather than a cause for celebration.
- The coach handed debuts and significant minutes to younger recruits and academy players, with Bazoumana Touré and 18‑year‑old Sean Steur earning strong notices as part of a markedly lower‑age matchday squad.
- Jaissle left veteran goalkeeper Nick Pope out of the trip and signalled further roster work is likely, leaving selection and transfer moves to be resolved before Newcastle open the Premier League on August 23.