Finally the moment had come for Yoane Wissa.
The striker was included in a matchday squad for Newcastle United.
Yoane Wissa was injured while on international duty just days after signing for United and faced a long recovery period.
With Newcastle United leading 2-0 at St James’ Park against Burnley, Yoane Wissa was given the final twenty minutes by Eddie Howe.
There is nothing dramatic to report about this late debut, other than the striker finally playing for Newcastle United.
It’s no surprise that Yoane Wissa looked a little rusty and wasn’t quite match fit, reasons why Eddie Howe was obviously desperate to get him on the pitch for these minutes.
There is plenty more to come from the former Brentford striker once he is fully fit and sharp again.
Yoane Wissa speaks after Newcastle 2 Burnley 1:
“It took a long time.
“Over the past eleven weeks I have gotten to know the team and the players.
“It’s been a long road, but in the end I’m happy.
“I got goosebumps when I walked in.
“I’m buzzing right now.
“It can be an excellent season because we have so many quality players.”
Newcastle 2 Burnley 1 – Saturday 6 December 2025 3pm
Match statistics
Goals:
Newcastle United:
Bruno 31, Gordon 45+8 pen
Burnley:
Pires red card 43, Flemming 90+4 pen
Possess was Newcastle 69% Burnley 31%
Total shots were Newcastle 17 Burnley 9
Shots on target were Newcastle 7 Burnley 3
Corners were Newcastle 9 Burnley 9
Touches in the opposition box Newcastle 25 Burnley 19
Newcastle team vs Burnley:
Ramsdale, Livarmento, Thiaw, Schar, Burn (Hal 63), Willock (Miley 63), Bruno, Ramsey (Tonali 96), Gordon (Joelinton 74), Elanga, Woltemade (Wissa 74)
Unused subs:
Ruddy, Barnes, Alex Murphy, Jacob Murphy
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