Newcastle United secured a convincing 4-1 victory over Manchester United at St. James Park, with Sandro Tonali opening the scoring in the 24th minute. Alejandro Garnacho temporarily leveled the game for Manchester United in the 37th minute, but Harvey Barnes restored Newcastle’s lead just 12 minutes later. Barnes scored his second goal of the game in the 64th minute, before Bruno Guimarães sealed the win for Newcastle with a stunning strike in the 77th minute.
The match saw both teams create scoring opportunities, with Newcastle registering 12 shots, six of which were on target. Manchester United had nine shots, five of which were on target. Despite having less possession (48% compared to Manchester United’s 56%), Newcastle’s strategy paid off, with the team completing 411 passes. Manchester United, on the other hand, completed 463 passes but struggled to create meaningful chances.
Current League Standings:
- Newcastle United: 7th place with 53 points from 30 games, having won 16, drawn 5, and lost 9, with a goal difference of +13.
- Manchester United: 13th place with 38 points from 31 games, having won 10, drawn 8, and lost 13, with a goal difference of -4.¹
This win is a significant boost for Newcastle United, who have been in good form lately, winning their last three league games. Manchester United, however, have struggled to find consistency, with their last five league games yielding just one win. The Red Devils will need to regroup quickly and address their defensive issues if they hope to climb up the league table.
Newcastle’s victory over Manchester United was not an isolated incident; they had the upper hand in their last clash, recording a 2-0 away victory over Man United at Old Trafford. The Magpies’ current form and determination make them a formidable opponent in the league.²