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Three things learned about Newcastle v Manchester City: This man the Magpies’ dark horse
Aarons the dark horse for new year
Fans would have been in shock when they saw Rolando Aarons’ name among the starters for this clash, with first team stars Matt Ritchie and Christian Atsu both dropping to the bench.
However it appeared to be a pretty inspired move by Benitez, with the Jamaican speed machine the brightest light in a frustrating match against a dominant City side in what was his first start this season.
He almost scored with an audacious chip in the first half, and was full of energy and drive throughout, and it looks like he could be a dark horse for the Magpies in the new year, having impressed over more established stars.
In other Newcastle United news, fans have been left “heartbroken” by this star man’s honest admission.