Newcastle United took on Tottenham Hotspur in a pre-season friendly, where Harvey Barnes was a talking point among Geordie supporters.
In a game with Mathys Tel shocker, Harvey Barnes bagged Newcastle’s goal against Spurs, and it was a classic finish from the Englishman.
He picked up the ball on the left-hand side of the penalty box, cut in on his right foot, and fired a trademark finish into the bottom corner.
Newcastle supporters know this all too well and showered him with praise on social media.
Newcastle fans on Harvey Barnes
Barnes impressed fans with his Spurs showing. They took to X to comment on the winger.
‘Harvey Barnes, when he’s fit, can be an absolutely lethal winger, man,’ a first put.
Another states: ‘Harvey Barnes could prove to be especially useful this season.’
‘Harvey Barnes is one of the best players and I won’t hear a bad word spoken about him,’ another writes.
Some fans even stated that he’s now a better player for Newcastle than Anthony Gordon is.
‘Harvey Barnes will start at left wing next season over Anthony Gordon for Newcastle, in my opinion! Maybe it’s an unpopular shout, but I can’t see Gordon start over Harvey Barnes right now’, one more adds.
The 27-year-old, if he can stay fit, will play a vital role for the Geordies this season, with his career at St James’ Park not necessarily reaching the heights it probably can.
Harvey Barnes stats vs Tottenham
Some good stats on the afternoon epitomised the winger’s performance.
Barnes now needs to do what he hasn’t been able to on Tyneside – and that’s find consistency in fitness. Easier said than done, but Newcastle fans know what kind of player they have on their hands.