In performing so well against Manchester City, Allan Saint-Maximin exposed a lingering weakness at Newcastle United, and one that risks compromising the brilliant work of Eddie Howe. In short, they need more like him, and more from him like that.
For when it comes to attacking stardust, the sort that blinds the Premier League champions, there remains a reliance on Saint-Maximin, a player whose unpredictability extends to not knowing when he will produce his very best.
It should be said, such dependency has been diluted under Howe, whose side proved last season they can win even when their most dangerous player has an off day.