Newcastle United boss Steve Bruce says Matty Longstaff will start against Chelsea.

Bruce today spoke about Longstaff who scored the winner against Manchester United

He said, “He's been like a kid in a sweet shop. It's been refreshing for us all, his interview beamed out of the TV. He brought a refreshing humility to us all again.

“It was a wonderful debut from the kid. Our role now is to help him, protect him and nurture him along the way.

“He's got a big, big future ahead of him and what a great start. He's going to handle what comes his way now, so hopefully we can help him in that respect.

“I don't think I've witnessed as good a debut – not just because he scored a goal, although that caps it off – but it was the way he played in the whole game. It was terrific.

"From day one he's been knocking on the door and it's always been a case of, 'when do I put him in?'

“The circumstances were right. I didn't think, 'Manchester United, live on the TV.' It was all about him.

“Since I joined up with the squad in China a few weeks ago, he is the one that has constantly performed well in training and his enthusiasm is there for everyone to see. He deserved his chance."

As for whether Matty Longstaff will play against Chelsea tomorrow, Bruce added: “How could I leave him out?"