Ryan Fraser looked back to his scintillating best on the wings as Newcastle United visited Brentford on Saturday afternoon, delighting some Magpies fans reacting on social media.
Toon boss Eddie Howe handed Fraser just his 13th start of the Premier League season so far against the Bees. The 28-year-old has struggled for form for most of the campaign and has made seven outings from the bench. But he showed what he can offer in west London.
Fraser helped Newcastle break the deadlock after 33-minutes at the Brentford Community Stadium by crossing for Joelinton to head home. The Brazilian leapt superbly to meet the Scotland international’s delivery with a powerful header past Bees goalkeeper David Raya.
Joelinton’s goal was just Fraser’s second assist of the season so far across all competitions after 22 games. His previous effort also came against Brentford in November’s 3-3 draw at St James’ Park after crossing to Allan Saint-Maximin for the Toon’s 75th-minute equaliser.
Newcastle fans feel Ryan Fraser ‘looks like a new player’ after Brentford show
Fraser left some Newcastle fans in awe on social media with his showcase display away to Brentford on Saturday. The former AFC Bournemouth dynamo was a constant problem for the home side and delivered a number of dangerous deliveries into Raya’s penalty area.
Bees full-back Kristoffer Ajer could barely handle what Fraser attempted before his exit in the 90th-minute. Howe opted to rest Fraser for the final minutes at Brentford with Miguel Almiron introduced from the bench to help Newcastle see out just their fifth win this term.
So, here are some messages Newcastle fans shared on Fraser’s display against Brentford…
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