Newcastle ran out 2-1 winners against Southampton but it was a similar theme of creating few chances and having to grind out a hard-fought victory.

Jonjo Shelvey and Federico Fernandez both got on the scoresheet once again as the Magpies posed a danger from set-pieces, but several fans were left disgruntled with the performance of Joelinton.

The Brazilian still only has one goal in 16 league appearances but his all-round display left a lot to be desired, too, with zero key passes made and a pass accuracy of only 57%.

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He therefore has a lot to do to repay his £40m fee and win over the Newcastle fanbase.

One supporter even suggested that he'd rather have the much-maligned Joselu and another stated he's not fit to lace Frank Pingel's boots, two tweets which reveal quite how unpopular he is becoming amongst sections of the Magpies faithful.

Steve Bruce may be swaying towards their way of thinking, too, as he dropped the 23-year-old in the trip to Sheffield United, and he wasn't exactly missed in that game as Andy Carroll put in a very strong performance.

Carroll came on against Saints and was influential once again, leading to suggestions that he offers a lot more up-front, which is a fair assertion considering he won an impressive eight aerial duels despite only spending 30 minutes on the pitch.

Bruce may have wanted to rest the 30-year-old having managed his fitness carefully so far, but with a trip to a physical Burnley side next up it is probable he will start once more - and that would certainly please some fans.

Meanwhile, fans have offered a lot more sympathy to another player who underperformed against Southampton, which highlights the hostility that exists towards Joelinton currently.