Lisab Issat Impresses in Bristol City's 4-1 Win Over Premier League Newcastle

Bristol City secured a surprising 4-1 victory over Premier League side Newcastle United in a pre-season friendly on July 29, 2026. Former Maccabi Haifa player Lisab Issat started the match and played 73 minutes, helping Bristol City keep a clean sheet during his time on the pitch. Issat, now a regular starter for Bristol City, which finished mid-table in the Championship last season, completed 16 of 18 passes and cleared four balls, earning a match rating of 6.7. He also completed dribbles covering a total of 23.5 meters from the goal.

Newcastle fielded Anthony Elanga and Harvey Barnes in their starting lineup, with young Sean Nib leading the attack. Bristol City fans and commentators praised Issat's performance, highlighting his stability and speed in defense. Katie Ann Fujil commented, "He is stable and adds a dimension of speed to our defense," while another fan noted Issat plays with maturity beyond his years and compares favorably to 21-year-old Newcastle defender Jamie Knight-Lebel.

Bristol City will continue their pre-season preparations with friendlies against Plymouth and Exeter before opening their Championship season on August 15 against strong Millwall. The match showcased Issat's growing importance to his team and his ability to perform against top-tier opposition.