Aston Villa 0 Newcastle 0: Player ratings
We rate the players after Aston Villa's opening day 0-0 draw with Newcastle.
Marco Bizot
If there were any nerves on his Premier League debut, they were sorted by the early save. In addition to the key stops he showed assured handling.
Encouraging 7
Matty Cash
Marked down for the poor cross which led up to Konsa’s dismissal but he put his body on the line afterward. No faulting his defensive work.
Committed 7
Ezri Konsa
Was having his normal, assured performance before making the decision to pull Gordon back. Will be missed at Brentford.
Off 5
Tyrone Mings
Got into a tangle early when he tumbled over Digne but organised the backline well after that, particularly alongside makeshift colleague Kamara.
Solid 7
