Brilliant Timo Werner assist helps Chelsea to comfortable win at Newcastle

Timo Werner, left, was heavily involved in Chelsea’s win (Alex Pantling/PA)

Timo Werner shrugged off his international embarrassment and inspired Chelsea to extend their scintillating recent form with a 2-0 win over Newcastle at St James’ Park.

Four days after featuring in Germany’s humiliating 6-0 Nations League defeat to Spain, the £48million man shone against Steve Bruce’s Premier League strugglers as Chelsea made it five straight wins in all competitions.