Newcastle United midfielder Bruno Guimaraes was thoroughly impressed by his teammate Sandro Tonali’s performance in their EFL Cup semi-final match against Brentford. The Italian international showcased his skills by scoring his first-ever brace at St James’ Park, helping secure Newcastle’s place in the final four.

Tonali’s exceptional display caught Guimaraes’ attention, prompting the Brazilian to share his admiration on social media. In an Instagram story, Guimaraes posted a picture of Tonali with the caption “What a player,” expressing his appreciation for his fellow midfielder’s talents.

The 24-year-old Tonali opened the scoring early in the match with a well-placed shot from outside the penalty area. He then doubled Newcastle’s lead just before halftime, expertly volleying home a corner kick delivered by Anthony Gordon.

This remarkable performance further cements Tonali’s importance to the team since his transfer from AC Milan. His ability to contribute both defensively and offensively has quickly made him a key player in Newcastle’s midfield alongside Guimaraes.

As Newcastle progresses in the EFL Cup, fans and teammates alike will be hoping for more standout performances from Tonali as they aim for silverware this season.