Newcastle United striker Nick Woltemade had a polarising night against Tottenham Hotspur.
The German forward had confidence pulsing through his veins after his audacious lob against Everton, but could not add to his tally on Tuesday night.
He did come close, with Nick Woltemade’s second half header cleared off the line as Newcastle United drew 2-2 with Tottenham Hotspur.
The 23-year-old played the full 90 minutes at St James’ Park, and it is fair to say he endured a challenging evening.
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Newcastle United saw the good and bad of Nick Woltemade vs Spurs
Starting with the positives, how about that assist?! Once again, Woltemade was influential in the final third.
So many of Newcastle’s best attacking moments this season have come through him, and the draw with Spurs was no exception.
Woltemade cleverly knocked Anthony Gordon’s cross into the path of Bruno Guimaraes, who produced a wonderful finish to give the Magpies the lead. It was once again a reminder of Woltemade’s creativity and desire to bring others into the game, with the 6ft 6in forward now boasting nine goal contributions in all competitions.
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He produced the goods when it mattered, but it was actually more of a frustrating performance from Newcastle’s most expensive signing.
There were plenty of moments that Newcastle United needed Woltemade to hold the ball up, yet it was either bouncing off him or he tried to pull off a sexy flick that did not reach a teammate.
At times, the Magpies needed Woltemade to relieve the pressure, but it just was not happening for him. However, he remained on the pitch with 18-year-old Sean Neave being the only alternative in reserve.
Yoane Wissa help is finally arriving for Nick Woltemade
The game against Spurs was a clear example of Eddie Howe desperately needing another striker to turn to. However, he was not afforded that luxury.
Fortunately, it is a luxury that is suddenly coming his way. Yoane Wissa is back in training, and his debut is finally on the horizon.
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It has been reported that Wissa wants to feature against Burnley, which is the Magpies’ upcoming game on Saturday. It could be the moment Toon fans have been waiting for, with the £55million forward desperate to repay the faith the club have put in him.
Wissa’s return is great news for Woltemade too. It lifts the pressure off his shoulders, even if it is pressure he has largely coped with since arriving on Tyneside.
Finally Howe is set to have two strikers he can rely on, in a moment that could prove to be transformative for Newcastle United’s season.