Match summary

Newcastle United - Manchester United : 2-1 Newcastle struck first deep into first-half stoppage time as Anthony Gordon converted a penalty, but Manchester United hit straight back when Casemiro headed in Bruno Fernandes’ delivery to make it 1-1 at the break.
The hosts played the rest of the night a man down after Jacob Ramsey’s dismissal just before half-time, yet still found a late surge.
Substitute William Osula fired Newcastle back in front on 90 minutes, finishing off a Kieran Trippier assist to clinch it at St James’ Park.
Manchester United had more of the ball and more shots, but Newcastle held firm to seal the 2-1 win.

Man of the match

Key player : William Osula (Newcastle United) : Introduced late, he struck at 89:33 to put Newcastle 2-1 ahead with the match almost gone. That finish became the winning goal, directly deciding the final scoreline. His timely contribution ensured Newcastle turned a level game into a home victory at the death.

Conclusion

Against the flow and despite playing with ten men, Newcastle found the decisive moment late on to edge a tight contest and claim a hard-earned 2-1 home win.